Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School vs Gorsemoor Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in West Midlands, England, 26 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
Birmingham · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
385 students
Gorsemoor Primary School
Cannock · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
384 students
| Measure | Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School Birmingham, West Midlands | Gorsemoor Primary School Cannock, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 51 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #783 of 1,690 | #768 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #7767 of 15,697 | #7639 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 385 | 384 |
| Pupils on roll | 385 | 384 |
| Free school meals | 59.7% | 14.3% |
| Capacity filled | 95.1% | 64% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 75% | 65% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 5% | 5% |
| 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 | Cannock |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | corpuschristi.bham.sch.uk/ | www.gorsemoor.staffs.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (50.9 vs 51.6).
- •Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (75% vs 65%).
- •Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School is the larger school with 385 students compared with 384.
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 Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School better than Gorsemoor 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 Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School and Gorsemoor Primary School?
About 26 km in a straight line, between Birmingham and Cannock in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School: 385. Gorsemoor Primary School: 384. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School and Gorsemoor Primary School rank in West Midlands?
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School is 783rd of 1,690 and Gorsemoor Primary School is 768th of 1,690 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).