Highfield Middle School vs Prudhoe Castle First School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North East, England, 660 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highfield Middle School
Prudhoe · Academy secondary · Ages 9–13
365 students
Prudhoe Castle First School
Prudhoe · Academy primary · Ages 2–9
74 students
| Measure | Highfield Middle School Prudhoe, North East | Prudhoe Castle First School Prudhoe, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 37 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #114 of 185 | #518 of 811 |
| National rank | #2601 of 4,090 | #10404 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 9–13 | Ages 2–9 |
| Students | 365 | 74 |
| Pupils on roll | 365 | 74 |
| Free school meals | 31% | 26.1% |
| Capacity filled | 76% | 49.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 55% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | – |
| 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 | Prudhoe | Prudhoe |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | hms.cheviotlt.co.uk/ | pcfs.cheviotlt.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Prudhoe Castle First School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (38.8 vs 37.0).
- •Highfield Middle School is the larger school with 365 students compared with 74.
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 Middle School better than Prudhoe Castle First School?
On the Success Index (England), Prudhoe Castle First School ranks higher (38.8 vs 37.0 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 Middle School and Prudhoe Castle First School?
About 660 m in a straight line, between Prudhoe and Prudhoe in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Highfield Middle School: 365. Prudhoe Castle First School: 74. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Highfield Middle School and Prudhoe Castle First School rank in North East?
Highfield Middle School is 114th of 185 and Prudhoe Castle First School is 518th of 811 among secondary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).