James Bateman Middle School vs Trinity Catholic School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in West Midlands, England, 100 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Bateman Middle School
Biddulph · Academy secondary · Ages 9–13
373 students
Trinity Catholic School
Leamington Spa · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
369 students
| Measure | James Bateman Middle School Biddulph, West Midlands | Trinity Catholic School Leamington Spa, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 32 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #320 of 493 | #408 of 493 |
| National rank | #2872 of 4,090 | #3446 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 9–13 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 373 | 369 |
| Pupils on roll | 373 | 369 |
| Free school meals | 35.9% | 40% |
| Capacity filled | 84.8% | 28.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 57% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 36.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 29.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 44.7% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.25 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Biddulph | Leamington Spa |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | jamesbateman.staffs.sch.uk/ | www.trinity-school.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •James Bateman Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (31.7 vs 21.3).
- •James Bateman Middle School is the larger school with 373 students compared with 369.
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 James Bateman Middle School better than Trinity Catholic School?
On the Success Index (England), James Bateman Middle School ranks higher (31.7 vs 21.3 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 James Bateman Middle School and Trinity Catholic School?
About 100 km in a straight line, between Biddulph and Leamington Spa in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
James Bateman Middle School: 373. Trinity Catholic School: 369. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do James Bateman Middle School and Trinity Catholic School rank in West Midlands?
James Bateman Middle School is 320th of 493 and Trinity Catholic School is 408th of 493 among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).