Hexham Middle School vs Hurworth School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North East, England, 65 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hexham Middle School
Hexham · Academy secondary · Ages 9–13
619 students
Hurworth School
Darlington · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
621 students
| Measure | Hexham Middle School Hexham, North East | Hurworth School Darlington, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 73 Top 25% | 65 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #32 of 185 | #44 of 185 |
| National rank | #910 of 4,090 | #1229 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 9–13 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 619 | 621 |
| Pupils on roll | 619 | 621 |
| Free school meals | 15.2% | 26% |
| Capacity filled | 103.2% | 97.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 69% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 12% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 49.1 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 52.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 73% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.83 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Hexham | Darlington |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.hexhammiddle.co.uk/ | hurworth.nalp.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Hexham Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (72.5 vs 65.3).
- •Hurworth School is the larger school with 621 students compared with 619.
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 Hexham Middle School better than Hurworth School?
On the Success Index (England), Hexham Middle School ranks higher (72.5 vs 65.3 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 Hexham Middle School and Hurworth School?
About 65 km in a straight line, between Hexham and Darlington in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hexham Middle School: 619. Hurworth School: 621. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hexham Middle School and Hurworth School rank in North East?
Hexham Middle School is 32nd of 185 and Hurworth School is 44th of 185 among secondary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).