Highlees Primary School vs Jack Hunt Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 1.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highlees Primary School
Peterborough · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
351 students
Jack Hunt Academy
Peterborough · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,939 students
| Measure | Highlees Primary School Peterborough, East of England | Jack Hunt Academy Peterborough, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 40 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1252 of 1,872 | #301 of 460 |
| National rank | #10236 of 15,697 | #2485 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 351 | 1,939 |
| Pupils on roll | 351 | 1,939 |
| Free school meals | 54.1% | 38.3% |
| Capacity filled | 83.6% | 99.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 67% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 44.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 38.2% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 60% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.78 |
| A level points per entry | – | 31.7 |
| town | Peterborough | Peterborough |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.eyrescroft.peterborough.sch.uk/page/?title=Highlees+Home&pid=6 | www.jackhunt.net/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (39.6 vs 39.4).
- •Jack Hunt Academy is the larger school with 1,939 students compared with 351.
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 Highlees Primary School better than Jack Hunt Academy?
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 Highlees Primary School and Jack Hunt Academy?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Peterborough and Peterborough in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Highlees Primary School: 351. Jack Hunt Academy: 1,939. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Highlees Primary School and Jack Hunt Academy rank in East of England?
Highlees Primary School is 1252nd of 1,872 and Jack Hunt Academy is 301st of 460 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).