Highfield Primary School vs Swakeleys School for Girls
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 305 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highfield Primary School
Uxbridge · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
254 students
Swakeleys School for Girls
Uxbridge · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,404 students
| Measure | Highfield Primary School Uxbridge, London | Swakeleys School for Girls Uxbridge, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 44 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #1312 of 1,720 | #188 of 640 |
| National rank | #9317 of 15,697 | #879 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 254 | 1,404 |
| Pupils on roll | 254 | 1,404 |
| Free school meals | 32.6% | 27.1% |
| Capacity filled | 56.4% | 119.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 62% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 8% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 55.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 56.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 79.5% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.80 |
| A level points per entry | – | 35.2 |
| town | Uxbridge | Uxbridge |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.highfield.hillingdon.sch.uk | swakeleys.hillingdon.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Swakeleys School for Girls scores higher on the Success Index (England) (73.0 vs 43.8).
- •Swakeleys School for Girls is the larger school with 1,404 students compared with 254.
- •Highfield Primary School is a local authority school while Swakeleys School for Girls is a academy school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Highfield Primary School is co-educational and Swakeleys School for Girls is girls.
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 Highfield Primary School better than Swakeleys School for Girls?
On the Success Index (England), Swakeleys School for Girls ranks higher (73.0 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 Highfield Primary School and Swakeleys School for Girls?
About 305 m in a straight line, between Uxbridge and Uxbridge in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Highfield Primary School: 254. Swakeleys School for Girls: 1,404. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Highfield Primary School and Swakeleys School for Girls rank in London?
Highfield Primary School is 1312th of 1,720 and Swakeleys School for Girls is 188th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).