Belfairs Academy vs West Hatch High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East of England, England, 40 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Belfairs Academy
Leigh-on-Sea · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,558 students
West Hatch High School
Chigwell · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,573 students
| Measure | Belfairs Academy Leigh-on-Sea, East of England | West Hatch High School Chigwell, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 48 Top 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #250 of 460 | #123 of 460 |
| National rank | #2053 of 4,090 | #1037 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,558 | 1,573 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,558 | 1,573 |
| Free school meals | 24.1% | 13.7% |
| Capacity filled | 108.2% | 103.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 45.5 | 49.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 44.7% | 50.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 64.4% | 76.2% |
| EBacc average points | 4.06 | 4.11 |
| A level points per entry | 24.5 | 33.3 |
| town | Leigh-on-Sea | Chigwell |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.belfairsacademy.org.uk/ | www.westhatch.net |
The verdict
- •West Hatch High School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (69.7 vs 48.2).
- •West Hatch High School is the larger school with 1,573 students compared with 1,558.
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 Belfairs Academy better than West Hatch High School?
On the Success Index (England), West Hatch High School ranks higher (69.7 vs 48.2 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 Belfairs Academy and West Hatch High School?
About 40 km in a straight line, between Leigh-on-Sea and Chigwell in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Belfairs Academy: 1,558. West Hatch High School: 1,573. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Belfairs Academy and West Hatch High School rank in East of England?
Belfairs Academy is 250th of 460 and West Hatch High School is 123rd of 460 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).