Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy (Handsworth) vs Sacred Heart Catholic School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in West Midlands, England, 594 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy (Handsworth)
Birmingham · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
190 students
Sacred Heart Catholic School
Birmingham · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
173 students
| Measure | Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy (Handsworth) Birmingham, West Midlands | Sacred Heart Catholic School Birmingham, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 15 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1546 of 1,690 | #1464 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #14640 of 15,697 | #13790 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 190 | 173 |
| Pupils on roll | 190 | 173 |
| Free school meals | 59.5% | 54.3% |
| Capacity filled | 90.5% | 82.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 53% | 58% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 0% |
| 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 | Birmingham | Birmingham |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.htcepa.bham.sch.uk | www.sacredheart-sch.net |
The verdict
- •Sacred Heart Catholic School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (21.3 vs 15.4).
- •Sacred Heart Catholic School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (58% vs 53%).
- •Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy (Handsworth) is the larger school with 190 students compared with 173.
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 Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy (Handsworth) better than Sacred Heart Catholic School?
On the Success Index (England), Sacred Heart Catholic School ranks higher (21.3 vs 15.4 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 Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy (Handsworth) and Sacred Heart Catholic School?
About 594 m in a straight line, between Birmingham and Birmingham in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy (Handsworth): 190. Sacred Heart Catholic School: 173. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy (Handsworth) and Sacred Heart Catholic School rank in West Midlands?
Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy (Handsworth) is 1546th of 1,690 and Sacred Heart Catholic School is 1464th of 1,690 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).