Hamstead Hall Academy vs Idsall School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in West Midlands, England, 33 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hamstead Hall Academy
Birmingham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,173 students
Idsall School
Shifnal · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,172 students
| Measure | Hamstead Hall Academy Birmingham, West Midlands | Idsall School Shifnal, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 31 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #330 of 493 | #255 of 493 |
| National rank | #2927 of 4,090 | #2452 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,173 | 1,172 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,173 | 1,172 |
| Free school meals | 40.9% | 18.7% |
| Capacity filled | 106.3% | 108.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 42.1 | 41.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 35.7% | 32.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 62.2% | 56.2% |
| EBacc average points | 3.77 | 3.35 |
| A level points per entry | 27.7 | 30.7 |
| town | Birmingham | Shifnal |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.hamsteadhall.com | idsallschool.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Idsall School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (40.2 vs 30.7).
- •Hamstead Hall Academy is the larger school with 1,173 students compared with 1,172.
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 Hamstead Hall Academy better than Idsall School?
On the Success Index (England), Idsall School ranks higher (40.2 vs 30.7 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 Hamstead Hall Academy and Idsall School?
About 33 km in a straight line, between Birmingham and Shifnal in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hamstead Hall Academy: 1,173. Idsall School: 1,172. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hamstead Hall Academy and Idsall School rank in West Midlands?
Hamstead Hall Academy is 330th of 493 and Idsall School is 255th of 493 among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).