Edward the Elder Primary School vs Oak Meadow Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in West Midlands, England, 1.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edward the Elder Primary School
Wolverhampton · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
228 students
Oak Meadow Primary School
Wolverhampton · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
412 students
| Measure | Edward the Elder Primary School Wolverhampton, West Midlands | Oak Meadow Primary School Wolverhampton, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 57 Top 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #648 of 1,690 | #238 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #6551 of 15,697 | #2602 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 228 | 412 |
| Pupils on roll | 228 | 412 |
| Free school meals | 49.8% | 36.9% |
| Capacity filled | 87% | 98.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 78% | 87% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | 17% |
| 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 | Wolverhampton | Wolverhampton |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.edwardtheelder.org.uk | oakmeadowschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Oak Meadow Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (77.3 vs 56.6).
- •Oak Meadow Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (87% vs 78%).
- •Oak Meadow Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (17% vs 6%).
- •Oak Meadow Primary School is the larger school with 412 students compared with 228.
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 Edward the Elder Primary School better than Oak Meadow Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Oak Meadow Primary School ranks higher (77.3 vs 56.6 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 Edward the Elder Primary School and Oak Meadow Primary School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Wolverhampton and Wolverhampton in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Edward the Elder Primary School: 228. Oak Meadow Primary School: 412. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Edward the Elder Primary School and Oak Meadow Primary School rank in West Midlands?
Edward the Elder Primary School is 648th of 1,690 and Oak Meadow Primary School is 238th of 1,690 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).