Kingsmead School vs Staffordshire University Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in West Midlands, England, 1.8 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kingsmead School
Cannock · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,427 students
Staffordshire University Academy
Cannock · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
709 students
| Measure | Kingsmead School Cannock, West Midlands | Staffordshire University Academy Cannock, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 64 Top 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #103 of 493 | #464 of 493 |
| National rank | #1288 of 4,090 | #3899 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 1,427 | 709 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,427 | 709 |
| Free school meals | 18.8% | 44.4% |
| Capacity filled | 113.5% | 78.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 48.5 | 32.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 39.5% | 9.9% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 66.5% | 31% |
| EBacc average points | 4.05 | 2.60 |
| A level points per entry | 37.8 | 24.0 |
| town | Cannock | Cannock |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.kingsmeadschool.net | www.suacademy.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Kingsmead School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (64.1 vs 12.1).
- •Kingsmead School is the larger school with 1,427 students compared with 709.
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 Kingsmead School better than Staffordshire University Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Kingsmead School ranks higher (64.1 vs 12.1 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 Kingsmead School and Staffordshire University Academy?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Cannock and Cannock in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Kingsmead School: 1,427. Staffordshire University Academy: 709. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Kingsmead School and Staffordshire University Academy rank in West Midlands?
Kingsmead School is 103rd of 493 and Staffordshire University Academy is 464th of 493 among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).