Harpenden Academy vs St Hilda's School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 876 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harpenden Academy
Harpenden · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
216 students
St Hilda's School
Harpenden · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
134 students
| Measure | Harpenden Academy Harpenden, East of England | St Hilda's School Harpenden, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 91 Top 5% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #91 of 1,872 | – |
| National rank | #708 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 216 | 134 |
| Pupils on roll | 216 | 134 |
| Free school meals | 5.1% | – |
| Capacity filled | – | 73.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 81% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 19% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Harpenden | Harpenden |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.harpendenacademy.co.uk | www.sthildasharpenden.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Harpenden Academy is the larger school with 216 students compared with 134.
- •Harpenden Academy is a academy school while St Hilda's School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Harpenden Academy is co-educational and St Hilda's School is girls.
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 Harpenden Academy better than St Hilda's 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 Harpenden Academy and St Hilda's School?
About 876 m in a straight line, between Harpenden and Harpenden in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harpenden Academy: 216. St Hilda's School: 134. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harpenden Academy and St Hilda's School rank in East of England?
Harpenden Academy is 91st of 1,872 and St Hilda's School is unranked among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).