Racemeadow Primary Academy vs St Benedict's Catholic Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in West Midlands, England, 1.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Racemeadow Primary Academy
Atherstone · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
360 students
St Benedict's Catholic Primary Academy
Atherstone · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
187 students
| Measure | Racemeadow Primary Academy Atherstone, West Midlands | St Benedict's Catholic Primary Academy Atherstone, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 52 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #767 of 1,690 | #482 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #7628 of 15,697 | #5061 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 360 | 187 |
| Pupils on roll | 360 | 187 |
| Free school meals | 35.6% | 32.6% |
| Capacity filled | 85.7% | 89% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 71% | 74% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | 11% |
| 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 | Atherstone | Atherstone |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.racemeadow.co.uk | www.stbenedictsonline.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •St Benedict's Catholic Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (63.9 vs 51.7).
- •St Benedict's Catholic Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (74% vs 71%).
- •St Benedict's Catholic Primary Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (11% vs 6%).
- •Racemeadow Primary Academy is the larger school with 360 students compared with 187.
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 Racemeadow Primary Academy better than St Benedict's Catholic Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), St Benedict's Catholic Primary Academy ranks higher (63.9 vs 51.7 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 Racemeadow Primary Academy and St Benedict's Catholic Primary Academy?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Atherstone and Atherstone in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Racemeadow Primary Academy: 360. St Benedict's Catholic Primary Academy: 187. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Racemeadow Primary Academy and St Benedict's Catholic Primary Academy rank in West Midlands?
Racemeadow Primary Academy is 767th of 1,690 and St Benedict's Catholic Primary Academy is 482nd of 1,690 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).