The Phoenix Collegiate vs Wodensborough Ormiston Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in West Midlands, England, 1.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Phoenix Collegiate
West Bromwich · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,770 students
Wodensborough Ormiston Academy
Wednesbury · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,119 students
| Measure | The Phoenix Collegiate West Bromwich, West Midlands | Wodensborough Ormiston Academy Wednesbury, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 23 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #399 of 493 | #412 of 493 |
| National rank | #3356 of 4,090 | #3503 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,770 | 1,119 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,770 | 1,119 |
| Free school meals | 45.9% | 49.1% |
| Capacity filled | 88.1% | 95.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 39.8 | 38.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 24.8% | 29% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 47.1% | 55% |
| EBacc average points | 3.47 | 3.43 |
| A level points per entry | 29.1 | – |
| town | West Bromwich | Wednesbury |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.aspirebelievesucceed.com | www.woacademy.co.uk |
The verdict
- •The Phoenix Collegiate scores higher on the Success Index (England) (22.6 vs 20.5).
- •The Phoenix Collegiate is the larger school with 1,770 students compared with 1,119.
- •The Phoenix Collegiate is a local authority school while Wodensborough Ormiston Academy is a academy school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Phoenix Collegiate better than Wodensborough Ormiston Academy?
On the Success Index (England), The Phoenix Collegiate ranks higher (22.6 vs 20.5 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 The Phoenix Collegiate and Wodensborough Ormiston Academy?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between West Bromwich and Wednesbury in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Phoenix Collegiate: 1,770. Wodensborough Ormiston Academy: 1,119. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Phoenix Collegiate and Wodensborough Ormiston Academy rank in West Midlands?
The Phoenix Collegiate is 399th of 493 and Wodensborough Ormiston Academy is 412th of 493 among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).