Kenilworth School and Sixth Form vs Swanshurst School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in West Midlands, England, 23 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kenilworth School and Sixth Form
Kenilworth · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,930 students
Swanshurst School
Birmingham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,928 students
| Measure | Kenilworth School and Sixth Form Kenilworth, West Midlands | Swanshurst School Birmingham, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 88 Top 10% | 17 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #18 of 493 | #442 of 493 |
| National rank | #313 of 4,090 | #3750 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 1,930 | 1,928 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,930 | 1,928 |
| Free school meals | 10.4% | 45.2% |
| Capacity filled | 87.7% | 99.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 57.4 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 65.8% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 86.2% | – |
| EBacc average points | 5.31 | – |
| A level points per entry | 39.6 | – |
| town | Kenilworth | Birmingham |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | ksn.org.uk/ | www.swanshurst.org |
The verdict
- •Kenilworth School and Sixth Form scores higher on the Success Index (England) (88.4 vs 16.5).
- •Kenilworth School and Sixth Form is the larger school with 1,930 students compared with 1,928.
- •Kenilworth School and Sixth Form is co-educational and Swanshurst School is girls.
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 Kenilworth School and Sixth Form better than Swanshurst School?
On the Success Index (England), Kenilworth School and Sixth Form ranks higher (88.4 vs 16.5 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 Kenilworth School and Sixth Form and Swanshurst School?
About 23 km in a straight line, between Kenilworth and Birmingham in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Kenilworth School and Sixth Form: 1,930. Swanshurst School: 1,928. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Kenilworth School and Sixth Form and Swanshurst School rank in West Midlands?
Kenilworth School and Sixth Form is 18th of 493 and Swanshurst School is 442nd of 493 among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).