Greenfields Primary School vs Shrewsbury Cathedral Catholic Primary School and Nursery
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in West Midlands, England, 818 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Greenfields Primary School
Shrewsbury · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
342 students
Shrewsbury Cathedral Catholic Primary School and Nursery
Shrewsbury · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
194 students
| Measure | Greenfields Primary School Shrewsbury, West Midlands | Shrewsbury Cathedral Catholic Primary School and Nursery Shrewsbury, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 79 Top 25% | 33 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #215 of 1,690 | #1195 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #2346 of 15,697 | #11553 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 342 | 194 |
| Pupils on roll | 342 | 194 |
| Free school meals | 18.4% | 16.1% |
| Capacity filled | 104% | 92.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 81% | 53% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 13% | 3% |
| 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 | Shrewsbury | Shrewsbury |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.greenfields.shropshire.sch.uk/ | www.blessededwardcampion.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Greenfields Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (78.7 vs 33.4).
- •Greenfields Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (81% vs 53%).
- •Greenfields Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (13% vs 3%).
- •Greenfields Primary School is the larger school with 342 students compared with 194.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Greenfields Primary School better than Shrewsbury Cathedral Catholic Primary School and Nursery?
On the Success Index (England), Greenfields Primary School ranks higher (78.7 vs 33.4 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 Greenfields Primary School and Shrewsbury Cathedral Catholic Primary School and Nursery?
About 818 m in a straight line, between Shrewsbury and Shrewsbury in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Greenfields Primary School: 342. Shrewsbury Cathedral Catholic Primary School and Nursery: 194. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Greenfields Primary School and Shrewsbury Cathedral Catholic Primary School and Nursery rank in West Midlands?
Greenfields Primary School is 215th of 1,690 and Shrewsbury Cathedral Catholic Primary School and Nursery is 1195th of 1,690 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).