Holte School vs Newbury Independent School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in West Midlands, England, 411 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Holte School
Birmingham · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,127 students
Newbury Independent School
Birmingham · Independent secondary · Ages 11–19
18 students
| Measure | Holte School Birmingham, West Midlands | Newbury Independent School Birmingham, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 17 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #440 of 493 | – |
| National rank | #3748 of 4,090 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 1,127 | 18 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,127 | 18 |
| Free school meals | 68% | – |
| Capacity filled | 97.2% | 30% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 39.4 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 23.8% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 44.6% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.44 | – |
| A level points per entry | 25.3 | – |
| town | Birmingham | Birmingham |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.holte.bham.sch.uk | www.newburyschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Holte School is the larger school with 1,127 students compared with 18.
- •Holte School is a local authority school while Newbury Independent School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Holte School better than Newbury Independent 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 Holte School and Newbury Independent School?
About 411 m in a straight line, between Birmingham and Birmingham in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Holte School: 1,127. Newbury Independent School: 18. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Holte School and Newbury Independent School rank in West Midlands?
Holte School is 440th of 493 and Newbury Independent School is unranked among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).