Chadsmead Primary Academy vs The Friary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Midlands, England, 1.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chadsmead Primary Academy
Lichfield · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
188 students
The Friary School
Lichfield · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,255 students
| Measure | Chadsmead Primary Academy Lichfield, West Midlands | The Friary School Lichfield, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 49 Lower 50% | 83 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #835 of 1,690 | #38 of 493 |
| National rank | #8302 of 15,697 | #518 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 188 | 1,255 |
| Pupils on roll | 188 | 1,255 |
| Free school meals | 36.7% | 19% |
| Capacity filled | 44.8% | 100.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 69% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 57.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 65.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 81.3% |
| EBacc average points | – | 5.07 |
| A level points per entry | – | 37.3 |
| town | Lichfield | Lichfield |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.chadsmeadacademy.co.uk | www.friaryschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •The Friary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (82.7 vs 48.6).
- •The Friary School is the larger school with 1,255 students compared with 188.
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 Chadsmead Primary Academy better than The Friary School?
On the Success Index (England), The Friary School ranks higher (82.7 vs 48.6 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 Chadsmead Primary Academy and The Friary School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Lichfield and Lichfield in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Chadsmead Primary Academy: 188. The Friary School: 1,255. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Chadsmead Primary Academy and The Friary School rank in West Midlands?
Chadsmead Primary Academy is 835th of 1,690 and The Friary School is 38th of 493 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).