Pegasus Academy vs Smith's Wood Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in West Midlands, England, 24 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pegasus Academy
Dudley · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
697 students
Smith's Wood Academy
Birmingham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
697 students
| Measure | Pegasus Academy Dudley, West Midlands | Smith's Wood Academy Birmingham, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 38 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #275 of 493 | #479 of 493 |
| National rank | #2546 of 4,090 | #3979 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 697 | 697 |
| Pupils on roll | 697 | 697 |
| Free school meals | 49.1% | 65.4% |
| Capacity filled | 95.5% | 69.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 44.4 | 32.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 41.2% | 18.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 66.7% | 36.5% |
| EBacc average points | 3.70 | 2.96 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Dudley | Birmingham |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.pegasusacademy.org.uk/ | smithswood.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Pegasus Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (38.3 vs 9.3).
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 Pegasus Academy better than Smith's Wood Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Pegasus Academy ranks higher (38.3 vs 9.3 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 Pegasus Academy and Smith's Wood Academy?
About 24 km in a straight line, between Dudley and Birmingham in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Pegasus Academy: 697. Smith's Wood Academy: 697. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Pegasus Academy and Smith's Wood Academy rank in West Midlands?
Pegasus Academy is 275th of 493 and Smith's Wood Academy is 479th of 493 among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).