E-ACT Nechells Academy vs The Pioneers Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Midlands, England, 1.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
E-ACT Nechells Academy
Birmingham · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
184 students
The Pioneers Academy
Birmingham · Independent secondary · Ages 11–16
82 students
| Measure | E-ACT Nechells Academy Birmingham, West Midlands | The Pioneers Academy Birmingham, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 19 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #1491 of 1,690 | – |
| National rank | #14088 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 184 | 82 |
| Pupils on roll | 184 | 82 |
| Free school meals | 72.9% | – |
| Capacity filled | 78% | 45.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 50% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | – |
| 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 | nechellsacademy.e-act.org.uk/ | www.thepioneersacademy.com/ |
The verdict
- •E-ACT Nechells Academy is the larger school with 184 students compared with 82.
- •E-ACT Nechells Academy is a academy school while The Pioneers Academy is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •E-ACT Nechells Academy is co-educational and The Pioneers Academy is girls.
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 E-ACT Nechells Academy better than The Pioneers Academy?
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 E-ACT Nechells Academy and The Pioneers Academy?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Birmingham and Birmingham in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
E-ACT Nechells Academy: 184. The Pioneers Academy: 82. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do E-ACT Nechells Academy and The Pioneers Academy rank in West Midlands?
E-ACT Nechells Academy is 1491st of 1,690 and The Pioneers Academy is unranked among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).