Erasmus Darwin Academy vs Ridgeway Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Midlands, England, 877 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Erasmus Darwin Academy
Burntwood · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,112 students
Ridgeway Primary Academy
Burntwood · Academy primary · Ages 0–11
608 students
| Measure | Erasmus Darwin Academy Burntwood, West Midlands | Ridgeway Primary Academy Burntwood, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 58 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #140 of 493 | #746 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #1596 of 4,090 | #7453 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 0–11 |
| Students | 1,112 | 608 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,112 | 608 |
| Free school meals | 19.3% | 12.2% |
| Capacity filled | 102.6% | 144.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 67% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 3% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 47.8 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 44.9% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 70.8% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.14 | – |
| A level points per entry | 28.8 | – |
| town | Burntwood | Burntwood |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.eda.staffs.sch.uk/ | www.ridgeway.staffs.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Erasmus Darwin Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (57.7 vs 52.5).
- •Erasmus Darwin Academy is the larger school with 1,112 students compared with 608.
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 Erasmus Darwin Academy better than Ridgeway Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Erasmus Darwin Academy ranks higher (57.7 vs 52.5 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 Erasmus Darwin Academy and Ridgeway Primary Academy?
About 877 m in a straight line, between Burntwood and Burntwood in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Erasmus Darwin Academy: 1,112. Ridgeway Primary Academy: 608. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Erasmus Darwin Academy and Ridgeway Primary Academy rank in West Midlands?
Erasmus Darwin Academy is 140th of 493 and Ridgeway Primary Academy is 746th of 1,690 among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).