Edward the Elder Primary School vs Tame Valley Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in West Midlands, England, 21 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
Tame Valley Academy
Birmingham · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
228 students
| Measure | Edward the Elder Primary School Wolverhampton, West Midlands | Tame Valley Academy Birmingham, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 57 Top 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #648 of 1,690 | #1208 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #6551 of 15,697 | #11681 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 228 | 228 |
| Pupils on roll | 228 | 228 |
| Free school meals | 49.8% | 67.6% |
| Capacity filled | 87% | 96.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 78% | 59% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | 7% |
| 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 | Birmingham |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.edwardtheelder.org.uk | tva.greenheartlearning.org |
The verdict
- •Edward the Elder Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (56.6 vs 32.8).
- •Edward the Elder Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (78% vs 59%).
- •Tame Valley Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (7% vs 6%).
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 Tame Valley Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Edward the Elder Primary School ranks higher (56.6 vs 32.8 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 Tame Valley Academy?
About 21 km in a straight line, between Wolverhampton and Birmingham in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Edward the Elder Primary School: 228. Tame Valley Academy: 228. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Edward the Elder Primary School and Tame Valley Academy rank in West Midlands?
Edward the Elder Primary School is 648th of 1,690 and Tame Valley Academy is 1208th of 1,690 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).