Brookfield Community Primary School vs Highfield Priory School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 357 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brookfield Community Primary School
Preston · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
196 students
Highfield Priory School
Preston · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
182 students
| Measure | Brookfield Community Primary School Preston, North West | Highfield Priory School Preston, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 46 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #1130 of 2,286 | – |
| National rank | #8961 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 196 | 182 |
| Pupils on roll | 196 | 182 |
| Free school meals | 45.4% | – |
| Capacity filled | 93.3% | 67.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 76% | – |
| 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 | Preston | Preston |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.brookfield.lancs.sch.uk/ | www.highfieldpriory.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Brookfield Community Primary School is the larger school with 196 students compared with 182.
- •Brookfield Community Primary School is a local authority school while Highfield Priory School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Brookfield Community Primary School better than Highfield Priory School?
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 Brookfield Community Primary School and Highfield Priory School?
About 357 m in a straight line, between Preston and Preston in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Brookfield Community Primary School: 196. Highfield Priory School: 182. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Brookfield Community Primary School and Highfield Priory School rank in North West?
Brookfield Community Primary School is 1130th of 2,286 and Highfield Priory School is unranked among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).