St Mary Magdalene CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School vs The Phoenix Collegiate
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Midlands, England, 824 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
St Mary Magdalene CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School
West Bromwich · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
229 students
The Phoenix Collegiate
West Bromwich · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,770 students
| Measure | St Mary Magdalene CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School West Bromwich, West Midlands | The Phoenix Collegiate West Bromwich, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 17 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1529 of 1,690 | #399 of 493 |
| National rank | #14510 of 15,697 | #3356 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 229 | 1,770 |
| Pupils on roll | 229 | 1,770 |
| Free school meals | 24.4% | 45.9% |
| Capacity filled | 95.4% | 88.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 42% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 39.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 24.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 47.1% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.47 |
| A level points per entry | – | 29.1 |
| town | West Bromwich | West Bromwich |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.st-marymagdalene.sandwell.sch.uk/ | www.aspirebelievesucceed.com |
The verdict
- •The Phoenix Collegiate scores higher on the Success Index (England) (22.6 vs 16.5).
- •The Phoenix Collegiate is the larger school with 1,770 students compared with 229.
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 Mary Magdalene CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School better than The Phoenix Collegiate?
On the Success Index (England), The Phoenix Collegiate ranks higher (22.6 vs 16.5 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 Mary Magdalene CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School and The Phoenix Collegiate?
About 824 m in a straight line, between West Bromwich and West Bromwich in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
St Mary Magdalene CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School: 229. The Phoenix Collegiate: 1,770. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do St Mary Magdalene CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School and The Phoenix Collegiate rank in West Midlands?
St Mary Magdalene CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School is 1529th of 1,690 and The Phoenix Collegiate is 399th of 493 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).