Field Road Academy vs Sunshine Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in West Midlands, England, 304 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Field Road Academy
Walsall · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
214 students
Sunshine Academy
Walsall · Academy primary · Ages 3–7
150 students
| Measure | Field Road Academy Walsall, West Midlands | Sunshine Academy Walsall, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 1 Lower 50% | 2 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1689 of 1,690 | #1688 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #15692 of 15,697 | #15689 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 3–7 |
| Students | 214 | 150 |
| Pupils on roll | 214 | 150 |
| Free school meals | 68.2% | 65.4% |
| Capacity filled | 89.2% | 83.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| 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 | Walsall | Walsall |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.blakenallheathjunior.co.uk/ | www.sunshine.lhmat.com/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (1.1 vs 1.6).
- •Field Road Academy is the larger school with 214 students compared with 150.
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 Field Road Academy better than Sunshine 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 Field Road Academy and Sunshine Academy?
About 304 m in a straight line, between Walsall and Walsall in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Field Road Academy: 214. Sunshine Academy: 150. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Field Road Academy and Sunshine Academy rank in West Midlands?
Field Road Academy is 1689th of 1,690 and Sunshine Academy is 1688th of 1,690 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).