City United Academy (CUA) vs Nelson Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Midlands, England, 147 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
City United Academy (CUA)
Birmingham · Independent secondary · Ages 11–18
27 students
Nelson Primary School
Birmingham · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
443 students
| Measure | City United Academy (CUA) Birmingham, West Midlands | Nelson Primary School Birmingham, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #889 of 1,690 |
| National rank | – | #8883 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 27 | 443 |
| Pupils on roll | 27 | 443 |
| Free school meals | – | 46.4% |
| Capacity filled | 54% | 99.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 72% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 3% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Birmingham | Birmingham |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | – | www.nelson.bham.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Nelson Primary School is the larger school with 443 students compared with 27.
- •City United Academy (CUA) is a independent school while Nelson Primary School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 City United Academy (CUA) better than Nelson Primary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are City United Academy (CUA) and Nelson Primary School?
About 147 m in a straight line, between Birmingham and Birmingham in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
City United Academy (CUA): 27. Nelson Primary School: 443. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do City United Academy (CUA) and Nelson Primary School rank in West Midlands?
City United Academy (CUA) is unranked and Nelson Primary School is 889th of 1,690 among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).