The Deanes vs Westwood Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 1.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Deanes
Benfleet · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
588 students
Westwood Academy
Benfleet · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
247 students
| Measure | The Deanes Benfleet, East of England | Westwood Academy Benfleet, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 24 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #384 of 460 | #1159 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #3217 of 4,090 | #9545 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 588 | 247 |
| Pupils on roll | 588 | 247 |
| Free school meals | 25.1% | 7.3% |
| Capacity filled | 98% | 102.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 50% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 7% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 34.4 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 17.3% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 40.4% | – |
| EBacc average points | 2.84 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Benfleet | Benfleet |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.thedeanes.academy | www.westwoodacademy.org |
The verdict
- •Westwood Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (42.9 vs 24.4).
- •The Deanes is the larger school with 588 students compared with 247.
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 The Deanes better than Westwood Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Westwood Academy ranks higher (42.9 vs 24.4 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 The Deanes and Westwood Academy?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Benfleet and Benfleet in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Deanes: 588. Westwood Academy: 247. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Deanes and Westwood Academy rank in East of England?
The Deanes is 384th of 460 and Westwood Academy is 1159th of 1,872 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).