St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School vs Thornton Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in West Midlands, England, 818 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School
Birmingham · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
234 students
Thornton Primary School
Birmingham · Local authority primary · Ages 7–11
473 students
| Measure | St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School Birmingham, West Midlands | Thornton Primary School Birmingham, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 15 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1556 of 1,690 | #1061 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #14747 of 15,697 | #10381 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 7–11 |
| Students | 234 | 473 |
| Pupils on roll | 234 | 473 |
| Free school meals | 58.5% | 61.3% |
| Capacity filled | 111.4% | 105.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 52% | 67% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 4% |
| 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.stcuthbertsrc.org | www.thornton.bham.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Thornton Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (38.9 vs 14.6).
- •Thornton Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (67% vs 52%).
- •Thornton Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (4% vs 0%).
- •Thornton Primary School is the larger school with 473 students compared with 234.
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 St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School better than Thornton Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Thornton Primary School ranks higher (38.9 vs 14.6 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 St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School and Thornton Primary School?
About 818 m in a straight line, between Birmingham and Birmingham in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School: 234. Thornton Primary School: 473. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School and Thornton Primary School rank in West Midlands?
St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School is 1556th of 1,690 and Thornton Primary School is 1061st of 1,690 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).