George Salter Academy vs Newtown Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Midlands, England, 1.4 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Salter Academy
West Bromwich · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,377 students
Newtown Primary School
West Bromwich · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
203 students
| Measure | George Salter Academy West Bromwich, West Midlands | Newtown Primary School West Bromwich, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 25 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #368 of 493 | #1406 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #3180 of 4,090 | #13295 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,377 | 203 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,377 | 203 |
| Free school meals | 40.9% | 49.5% |
| Capacity filled | 100.5% | 96.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 48% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 7% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 39.6 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 30.9% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 50.4% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.37 | – |
| A level points per entry | 28.9 | – |
| town | West Bromwich | West Bromwich |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.georgesalter.com/ | www.newtown.sandwell.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (25.2 vs 24.4).
- •George Salter Academy is the larger school with 1,377 students compared with 203.
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 George Salter Academy better than Newtown Primary School?
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 George Salter Academy and Newtown Primary School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between West Bromwich and West Bromwich in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
George Salter Academy: 1,377. Newtown Primary School: 203. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do George Salter Academy and Newtown Primary School rank in West Midlands?
George Salter Academy is 368th of 493 and Newtown Primary School is 1406th of 1,690 among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).