The Pedmore High School vs Thorns Collegiate Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in West Midlands, England, 2.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Pedmore High School
Stourbridge · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
647 students
Thorns Collegiate Academy
Brierley Hill · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
861 students
| Measure | The Pedmore High School Stourbridge, West Midlands | Thorns Collegiate Academy Brierley Hill, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 24 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #384 of 493 | #357 of 493 |
| National rank | #3261 of 4,090 | #3112 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 647 | 861 |
| Pupils on roll | 647 | 861 |
| Free school meals | 44.7% | 37% |
| Capacity filled | 82.2% | 86.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 39.6 | 38.7 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 29.7% | 33.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 54.1% | 51.4% |
| EBacc average points | 3.16 | 3.42 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Stourbridge | Brierley Hill |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.pedmorehighschool.uk | www.thornsca.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Thorns Collegiate Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (26.9 vs 23.9).
- •Thorns Collegiate Academy is the larger school with 861 students compared with 647.
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 Pedmore High School better than Thorns Collegiate Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Thorns Collegiate Academy ranks higher (26.9 vs 23.9 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 The Pedmore High School and Thorns Collegiate Academy?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Stourbridge and Brierley Hill in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Pedmore High School: 647. Thorns Collegiate Academy: 861. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Pedmore High School and Thorns Collegiate Academy rank in West Midlands?
The Pedmore High School is 384th of 493 and Thorns Collegiate Academy is 357th of 493 among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).