Heron Hall Academy vs St Matthew's CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 557 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heron Hall Academy
Enfield · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,161 students
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
Enfield · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
195 students
| Measure | Heron Hall Academy Enfield, London | St Matthew's CofE Primary School Enfield, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 20 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #582 of 640 | #1405 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #3566 of 4,090 | #10377 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,161 | 195 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,161 | 195 |
| Free school meals | 56.8% | 44.7% |
| Capacity filled | 82.9% | 92.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 62% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 7% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 39.7 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 31.1% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 52.8% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.39 | – |
| A level points per entry | 24.1 | – |
| town | Enfield | Enfield |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.heronhallacademy.org.uk | www.stmatthews-enfield.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •St Matthew's CofE Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (38.9 vs 19.7).
- •Heron Hall Academy is the larger school with 1,161 students compared with 195.
- •Heron Hall Academy is a academy school while St Matthew's CofE Primary School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Heron Hall Academy better than St Matthew's CofE Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St Matthew's CofE Primary School ranks higher (38.9 vs 19.7 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 Heron Hall Academy and St Matthew's CofE Primary School?
About 557 m in a straight line, between Enfield and Enfield in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Heron Hall Academy: 1,161. St Matthew's CofE Primary School: 195. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Heron Hall Academy and St Matthew's CofE Primary School rank in London?
Heron Hall Academy is 582nd of 640 and St Matthew's CofE Primary School is 1405th of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).