Downham Market Academy vs Westfield Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East of England, England, 120 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downham Market Academy
Downham Market · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,329 students
Westfield Academy
Watford · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,331 students
| Measure | Downham Market Academy Downham Market, East of England | Westfield Academy Watford, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 43 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #282 of 460 | #296 of 460 |
| National rank | #2313 of 4,090 | #2399 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,329 | 1,331 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,329 | 1,331 |
| Free school meals | 27% | 26.9% |
| Capacity filled | 84.8% | 83.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 43.8 | 41.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 35.3% | 38.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 59.2% | 54.4% |
| EBacc average points | 3.87 | 3.81 |
| A level points per entry | 32.5 | 33.6 |
| town | Downham Market | Watford |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | dma.tela.org.uk/ | www.westfield.herts.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Downham Market Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (43.2 vs 41.2).
- •Westfield Academy is the larger school with 1,331 students compared with 1,329.
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 Downham Market Academy better than Westfield Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Downham Market Academy ranks higher (43.2 vs 41.2 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 Downham Market Academy and Westfield Academy?
About 120 km in a straight line, between Downham Market and Watford in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Downham Market Academy: 1,329. Westfield Academy: 1,331. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Downham Market Academy and Westfield Academy rank in East of England?
Downham Market Academy is 282nd of 460 and Westfield Academy is 296th of 460 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).