Nelson Mandela School vs Redstone Academy for Girls
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 Girls
Birmingham · Independent secondary · Ages 11–16
100 students
| Measure | Nelson Mandela School Birmingham, West Midlands | Redstone Academy for Girls Birmingham, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 27 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #1338 of 1,690 | – |
| National rank | #12752 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 435 | 100 |
| Pupils on roll | 435 | 100 |
| Free school meals | 53.7% | – |
| Capacity filled | 87.3% | 83.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 60% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 2% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| 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 is the larger school with 435 students compared with 100.
- •Nelson Mandela School is a local authority school while Redstone Academy for Girls is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Nelson Mandela School is co-educational and Redstone Academy for Girls is girls.
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 Nelson Mandela School better than Redstone Academy for Girls?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Nelson Mandela School and Redstone Academy for Girls?
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 Girls: 100. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Nelson Mandela School and Redstone Academy for Girls rank in West Midlands?
Nelson Mandela School is 1338th of 1,690 and Redstone Academy for Girls is unranked among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).