Newbrough Church of England Primary School vs Shaftoe Trust Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North East, England, 5.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Newbrough Church of England Primary School
Hexham · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
65 students
Shaftoe Trust Academy
Hexham · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
102 students
| Measure | Newbrough Church of England Primary School Hexham, North East | Shaftoe Trust Academy Hexham, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 25 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #654 of 811 | #510 of 811 |
| National rank | #13179 of 15,697 | #10180 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 65 | 102 |
| Pupils on roll | 65 | 102 |
| Free school meals | 16.9% | 25.5% |
| Capacity filled | 60.7% | 48.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 50% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | – |
| 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 | Hexham | Hexham |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.newbrough.northumberland.sch.uk | shaftoe.wiseacademies.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Shaftoe Trust Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (39.9 vs 25.0).
- •Shaftoe Trust Academy is the larger school with 102 students compared with 65.
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 Newbrough Church of England Primary School better than Shaftoe Trust Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Shaftoe Trust Academy ranks higher (39.9 vs 25.0 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 Newbrough Church of England Primary School and Shaftoe Trust Academy?
About 5.2 km in a straight line, between Hexham and Hexham in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Newbrough Church of England Primary School: 65. Shaftoe Trust Academy: 102. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Newbrough Church of England Primary School and Shaftoe Trust Academy rank in North East?
Newbrough Church of England Primary School is 654th of 811 and Shaftoe Trust Academy is 510th of 811 among primary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).