Benhurst Primary School vs Hornchurch High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 517 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benhurst Primary School
Hornchurch · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
410 students
Hornchurch High School
Hornchurch · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
661 students
| Measure | Benhurst Primary School Hornchurch, London | Hornchurch High School Hornchurch, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 50 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #1195 of 1,720 | #206 of 640 |
| National rank | #8048 of 15,697 | #945 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 410 | 661 |
| Pupils on roll | 410 | 661 |
| Free school meals | 11% | 31.9% |
| Capacity filled | 97.6% | 70.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 63% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 54.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 61.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 77.3% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.88 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Hornchurch | Hornchurch |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.benhurst.havering.sch.uk/ | www.hornchurchhigh.com |
The verdict
- •Hornchurch High School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (71.8 vs 49.7).
- •Hornchurch High School is the larger school with 661 students compared with 410.
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 Benhurst Primary School better than Hornchurch High School?
On the Success Index (England), Hornchurch High School ranks higher (71.8 vs 49.7 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 Benhurst Primary School and Hornchurch High School?
About 517 m in a straight line, between Hornchurch and Hornchurch in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Benhurst Primary School: 410. Hornchurch High School: 661. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Benhurst Primary School and Hornchurch High School rank in London?
Benhurst Primary School is 1195th of 1,720 and Hornchurch High School is 206th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).