Silverdale Primary Academy vs St John's CofE Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in West Midlands, England, 1.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Silverdale Primary Academy
Newcastle · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
152 students
St John's CofE Primary Academy
Newcastle · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
155 students
| Measure | Silverdale Primary Academy Newcastle, West Midlands | St John's CofE Primary Academy Newcastle, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 52 Top 50% | 91 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #748 of 1,690 | #56 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #7477 of 15,697 | #646 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 152 | 155 |
| Pupils on roll | 152 | 155 |
| Free school meals | 33.6% | 6.6% |
| Capacity filled | 72.4% | 66.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 65% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 12% | – |
| 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 | Newcastle | Newcastle |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.silverdaleprimary.org.uk/ | stjohnskeele.org/ |
The verdict
- •St John's CofE Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (91.4 vs 52.4).
- •St John's CofE Primary Academy is the larger school with 155 students compared with 152.
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 Silverdale Primary Academy better than St John's CofE Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), St John's CofE Primary Academy ranks higher (91.4 vs 52.4 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 Silverdale Primary Academy and St John's CofE Primary Academy?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Newcastle and Newcastle in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Silverdale Primary Academy: 152. St John's CofE Primary Academy: 155. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Silverdale Primary Academy and St John's CofE Primary Academy rank in West Midlands?
Silverdale Primary Academy is 748th of 1,690 and St John's CofE Primary Academy is 56th of 1,690 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).