Poppyfield Primary Academy vs Staffordshire University Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Midlands, England, 842 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Poppyfield Primary Academy
Cannock · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
236 students
Staffordshire University Academy
Cannock · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
709 students
| Measure | Poppyfield Primary Academy Cannock, West Midlands | Staffordshire University Academy Cannock, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 67 Top 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #413 of 1,690 | #464 of 493 |
| National rank | #4421 of 15,697 | #3899 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 236 | 709 |
| Pupils on roll | 236 | 709 |
| Free school meals | 14.4% | 44.4% |
| Capacity filled | 100% | 78.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 32.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 9.9% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 31% |
| EBacc average points | – | 2.60 |
| A level points per entry | – | 24.0 |
| town | Cannock | Cannock |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.poppyfieldacademy.org.uk/ | www.suacademy.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Poppyfield Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (67.3 vs 12.1).
- •Staffordshire University Academy is the larger school with 709 students compared with 236.
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 Poppyfield Primary Academy better than Staffordshire University Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Poppyfield Primary Academy ranks higher (67.3 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 Poppyfield Primary Academy and Staffordshire University Academy?
About 842 m in a straight line, between Cannock and Cannock in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Poppyfield Primary Academy: 236. Staffordshire University Academy: 709. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Poppyfield Primary Academy and Staffordshire University Academy rank in West Midlands?
Poppyfield Primary Academy is 413th of 1,690 and Staffordshire University Academy is 464th of 493 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).