King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy vs Mapledene Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Midlands, England, 1.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy
Birmingham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,188 students
Mapledene Primary School
Birmingham · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
293 students
| Measure | King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy Birmingham, West Midlands | Mapledene Primary School Birmingham, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 46 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #209 of 493 | #930 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #2158 of 4,090 | #9193 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 1,188 | 293 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,188 | 293 |
| Free school meals | 52.3% | 46.1% |
| Capacity filled | 88% | 93% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 63% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 10% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 47.4 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 45.1% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 70.1% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.96 | – |
| A level points per entry | 32.5 | – |
| town | Birmingham | Birmingham |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.keshacademy.com/ | www.mapledene.bham.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (46.1 vs 44.4).
- •King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy is the larger school with 1,188 students compared with 293.
- •King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy is a academy school while Mapledene Primary School is a local authority 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy better than Mapledene Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy ranks higher (46.1 vs 44.4 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 King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy and Mapledene Primary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Birmingham and Birmingham in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy: 1,188. Mapledene Primary School: 293. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy and Mapledene Primary School rank in West Midlands?
King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy is 209th of 493 and Mapledene Primary School is 930th of 1,690 among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).