Chapelfield Primary School vs Highfield Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 12 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chapelfield Primary School
Manchester · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
288 students
Highfield Primary School
Manchester · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
288 students
| Measure | Chapelfield Primary School Manchester, North West | Highfield Primary School Manchester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 33 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1516 of 2,286 | #1488 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #11628 of 15,697 | #11442 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 288 | 288 |
| Pupils on roll | 288 | 288 |
| Free school meals | 33.7% | 18.8% |
| Capacity filled | 114.7% | 86.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 64% | 60% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 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 | Manchester | Manchester |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.chapelfield.bury.sch.uk/ | www.highfield-primary.trafford.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (33.0 vs 33.9).
- •Chapelfield Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (64% vs 60%).
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 Chapelfield Primary School better than Highfield Primary 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 Chapelfield Primary School and Highfield Primary School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Manchester and Manchester in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Chapelfield Primary School: 288. Highfield Primary School: 288. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Chapelfield Primary School and Highfield Primary School rank in North West?
Chapelfield Primary School is 1516th of 2,286 and Highfield Primary School is 1488th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).