Gossey Lane Academy vs Tile Cross Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Midlands, England, 773 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gossey Lane Academy
Birmingham · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
183 students
Tile Cross Academy
Birmingham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
620 students
| Measure | Gossey Lane Academy Birmingham, West Midlands | Tile Cross Academy Birmingham, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 42 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #990 of 1,690 | #456 of 493 |
| National rank | #9728 of 15,697 | #3858 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 183 | 620 |
| Pupils on roll | 183 | 620 |
| Free school meals | 72.7% | 75.5% |
| Capacity filled | 87.1% | 98.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 63% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 10% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 35.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 27.9% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 48.1% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.17 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Birmingham | Birmingham |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.gosseylane.academy | tilecross.academy |
The verdict
- •Gossey Lane Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (41.9 vs 13.6).
- •Tile Cross Academy is the larger school with 620 students compared with 183.
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 Gossey Lane Academy better than Tile Cross Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Gossey Lane Academy ranks higher (41.9 vs 13.6 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 Gossey Lane Academy and Tile Cross Academy?
About 773 m in a straight line, between Birmingham and Birmingham in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Gossey Lane Academy: 183. Tile Cross Academy: 620. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Gossey Lane Academy and Tile Cross Academy rank in West Midlands?
Gossey Lane Academy is 990th of 1,690 and Tile Cross Academy is 456th of 493 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).