Hilgay Riverside Academy vs Southery Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 3.8 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hilgay Riverside Academy
Downham Market · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
75 students
Southery Academy
Downham Market · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
83 students
| Measure | Hilgay Riverside Academy Downham Market, East of England | Southery Academy Downham Market, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 28 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1529 of 1,872 | #1754 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #12708 of 15,697 | #14572 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 75 | 83 |
| Pupils on roll | 75 | 83 |
| Free school meals | 34.7% | 31.3% |
| Capacity filled | 76.5% | 84.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 60% | 46% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 0% |
| 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 | Downham Market | Downham Market |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | hil.graceschools.org.uk/ | www.southeryacademy.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Hilgay Riverside Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (27.5 vs 16.0).
- •Hilgay Riverside Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (60% vs 46%).
- •Southery Academy is the larger school with 83 students compared with 75.
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 Hilgay Riverside Academy better than Southery Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Hilgay Riverside Academy ranks higher (27.5 vs 16.0 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 Hilgay Riverside Academy and Southery Academy?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Downham Market and Downham Market in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hilgay Riverside Academy: 75. Southery Academy: 83. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hilgay Riverside Academy and Southery Academy rank in East of England?
Hilgay Riverside Academy is 1529th of 1,872 and Southery Academy is 1754th of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).