Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School vs Grace Academy Coventry
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in West Midlands, England, 550 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School
Coventry · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,406 students
Grace Academy Coventry
Coventry · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,051 students
| Measure | Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School Coventry, West Midlands | Grace Academy Coventry Coventry, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 47 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #206 of 493 | #323 of 493 |
| National rank | #2136 of 4,090 | #2887 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,406 | 1,051 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,406 | 1,051 |
| Free school meals | 38.5% | 44.5% |
| Capacity filled | 99.3% | 91.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 46.6 | 43.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 45.9% | 29.1% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 68.4% | 60.5% |
| EBacc average points | 3.99 | 3.61 |
| A level points per entry | 29.6 | 31.3 |
| town | Coventry | Coventry |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.cardinalwiseman.coventry.sch.uk | www.coventry.graceacademy.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (46.5 vs 31.4).
- •Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School is the larger school with 1,406 students compared with 1,051.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School better than Grace Academy Coventry?
On the Success Index (England), Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School ranks higher (46.5 vs 31.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School and Grace Academy Coventry?
About 550 m in a straight line, between Coventry and Coventry in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School: 1,406. Grace Academy Coventry: 1,051. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School and Grace Academy Coventry rank in West Midlands?
Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School is 206th of 493 and Grace Academy Coventry is 323rd of 493 among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).