Hilltop Junior School vs Rettendon Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 2.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hilltop Junior School
Wickford · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
352 students
Rettendon Primary School
Chelmsford · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
98 students
| Measure | Hilltop Junior School Wickford, East of England | Rettendon Primary School Chelmsford, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 56 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #801 of 1,872 | #612 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #6668 of 15,697 | #4911 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 352 | 98 |
| Pupils on roll | 352 | 98 |
| Free school meals | 13.4% | 15.3% |
| Capacity filled | 97.8% | 70% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 67% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | – |
| 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 | Wickford | Chelmsford |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.hearts-hilltopjun.uk | www.rettendon.essex.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Rettendon Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (64.7 vs 56.1).
- •Hilltop Junior School is the larger school with 352 students compared with 98.
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 Hilltop Junior School better than Rettendon Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Rettendon Primary School ranks higher (64.7 vs 56.1 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 Hilltop Junior School and Rettendon Primary School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Wickford and Chelmsford in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hilltop Junior School: 352. Rettendon Primary School: 98. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hilltop Junior School and Rettendon Primary School rank in East of England?
Hilltop Junior School is 801st of 1,872 and Rettendon Primary School is 612th of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).