Nelson Mandela School vs Redstone Academy for Boys
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Midlands, England, 730 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nelson Mandela School
Birmingham · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
435 students
Redstone Academy for Boys
Birmingham · Independent secondary · Ages 11–16
114 students
| Measure | Nelson Mandela School Birmingham, West Midlands | Redstone Academy for Boys Birmingham, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 27 Lower 50% | 2 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1338 of 1,690 | #492 of 493 |
| National rank | #12752 of 15,697 | #4078 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 435 | 114 |
| Pupils on roll | 435 | 114 |
| Free school meals | 53.7% | – |
| Capacity filled | 87.3% | 75% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 60% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 2% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 3.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 0% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 1.9% |
| EBacc average points | – | 0.42 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Birmingham | Birmingham |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.nelsonmandelaschool.co.uk/ | www.redstoneacademy.com |
The verdict
- •Nelson Mandela School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (27.3 vs 2.3).
- •Nelson Mandela School is the larger school with 435 students compared with 114.
- •Nelson Mandela School is a local authority school while Redstone Academy for Boys is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Nelson Mandela School is co-educational and Redstone Academy for Boys is boys.
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 Nelson Mandela School better than Redstone Academy for Boys?
On the Success Index (England), Nelson Mandela School ranks higher (27.3 vs 2.3 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 Nelson Mandela School and Redstone Academy for Boys?
About 730 m in a straight line, between Birmingham and Birmingham in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Nelson Mandela School: 435. Redstone Academy for Boys: 114. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Nelson Mandela School and Redstone Academy for Boys rank in West Midlands?
Nelson Mandela School is 1338th of 1,690 and Redstone Academy for Boys is 492nd of 493 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).