The Nethersole CofE Academy vs The Polesworth School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Midlands, England, 1.5 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Nethersole CofE Academy
Tamworth · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
221 students
The Polesworth School
Tamworth · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,459 students
| Measure | The Nethersole CofE Academy Tamworth, West Midlands | The Polesworth School Tamworth, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 45 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #921 of 1,690 | #229 of 493 |
| National rank | #9119 of 15,697 | #2273 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 221 | 1,459 |
| Pupils on roll | 221 | 1,459 |
| Free school meals | 26.4% | 20.1% |
| Capacity filled | 70.2% | 94.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 67% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 42.7 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 35.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 58.2% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.83 |
| A level points per entry | – | 31.1 |
| town | Tamworth | Tamworth |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | nethersole.bdmat.org.uk | www.thepolesworthschool.com |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (44.8 vs 44.1).
- •The Polesworth School is the larger school with 1,459 students compared with 221.
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 The Nethersole CofE Academy better than The Polesworth School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are The Nethersole CofE Academy and The Polesworth School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Tamworth and Tamworth in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Nethersole CofE Academy: 221. The Polesworth School: 1,459. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Nethersole CofE Academy and The Polesworth School rank in West Midlands?
The Nethersole CofE Academy is 921st of 1,690 and The Polesworth School is 229th of 493 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).