Hethersett Academy vs Wymondham High Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East of England, England, 5.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hethersett Academy
Norwich · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,250 students
Wymondham High Academy
Wymondham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,686 students
| Measure | Hethersett Academy Norwich, East of England | Wymondham High Academy Wymondham, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 90 Top 10% | 75 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #36 of 460 | #98 of 460 |
| National rank | #263 of 4,090 | #793 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,250 | 1,686 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,250 | 1,686 |
| Free school meals | 14% | 18.7% |
| Capacity filled | 92.6% | 104.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 59.0 | 52.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 71.3% | 54.2% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 86.5% | 77.3% |
| EBacc average points | 5.67 | 4.93 |
| A level points per entry | – | 36.2 |
| town | Norwich | Wymondham |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.inspirationtrust.org/hethersettacademy | www.wymondhamhigh.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Hethersett Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (89.9 vs 75.0).
- •Wymondham High Academy is the larger school with 1,686 students compared with 1,250.
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 Hethersett Academy better than Wymondham High Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Hethersett Academy ranks higher (89.9 vs 75.0 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 Hethersett Academy and Wymondham High Academy?
About 5.2 km in a straight line, between Norwich and Wymondham in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hethersett Academy: 1,250. Wymondham High Academy: 1,686. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hethersett Academy and Wymondham High Academy rank in East of England?
Hethersett Academy is 36th of 460 and Wymondham High Academy is 98th of 460 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).