Benfield School vs Walker Riverside Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North East, England, 1.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benfield School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
819 students
Walker Riverside Academy
Newcastle-upon-Tyne · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,101 students
| Measure | Benfield School Newcastle-upon-Tyne, North East | Walker Riverside Academy Newcastle-upon-Tyne, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 11 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #178 of 185 | #176 of 185 |
| National rank | #3934 of 4,090 | #3908 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 819 | 1,101 |
| Pupils on roll | 819 | 1,101 |
| Free school meals | 69.2% | 70.4% |
| Capacity filled | 79.1% | 84.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 33.5 | 35.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 24% | 21.9% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 43.2% | 47.5% |
| EBacc average points | 3.07 | 3.08 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Newcastle-upon-Tyne | Newcastle-upon-Tyne |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | benfield.neat.org.uk/ | www.wra.tynecoast.academy |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (10.9 vs 11.8).
- •Walker Riverside Academy is the larger school with 1,101 students compared with 819.
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 Benfield School better than Walker Riverside Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Benfield School and Walker Riverside Academy?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Newcastle-upon-Tyne and Newcastle-upon-Tyne in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Benfield School: 819. Walker Riverside Academy: 1,101. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Benfield School and Walker Riverside Academy rank in North East?
Benfield School is 178th of 185 and Walker Riverside Academy is 176th of 185 among secondary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).