Hewens Primary School vs Highfield Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 791 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hewens Primary School
Hayes · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
412 students
Highfield Primary School
Uxbridge · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
254 students
| Measure | Hewens Primary School Hayes, London | Highfield Primary School Uxbridge, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 68 Top 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #712 of 1,720 | #1312 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #4208 of 15,697 | #9317 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 412 | 254 |
| Pupils on roll | 412 | 254 |
| Free school meals | 28.6% | 32.6% |
| Capacity filled | 98.1% | 56.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 74% | 62% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 14% | 8% |
| 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 | Hayes | Uxbridge |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.hewensprimaryschool.co.uk/ | www.highfield.hillingdon.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Hewens Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (68.3 vs 43.8).
- •Hewens Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (74% vs 62%).
- •Hewens Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (14% vs 8%).
- •Hewens Primary School is the larger school with 412 students compared with 254.
- •Hewens Primary School is a academy school while Highfield 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 Hewens Primary School better than Highfield Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Hewens Primary School ranks higher (68.3 vs 43.8 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 Hewens Primary School and Highfield Primary School?
About 791 m in a straight line, between Hayes and Uxbridge in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hewens Primary School: 412. Highfield Primary School: 254. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hewens Primary School and Highfield Primary School rank in London?
Hewens Primary School is 712th of 1,720 and Highfield Primary School is 1312th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).