Garstang Community Academy vs Highfield Leadership Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 21 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garstang Community Academy
Preston · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
750 students
Highfield Leadership Academy
Blackpool · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
751 students
| Measure | Garstang Community Academy Preston, North West | Highfield Leadership Academy Blackpool, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 56 Top 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #190 of 536 | #516 of 536 |
| National rank | #1674 of 4,090 | #3963 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 750 | 751 |
| Pupils on roll | 750 | 751 |
| Free school meals | 20.4% | 55.9% |
| Capacity filled | 82% | 62.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 44.8 | 30.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 45.2% | 19.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 63.9% | 42.1% |
| EBacc average points | 3.80 | 2.67 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Preston | Blackpool |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | garstangcommunityacademy.com/ | highfieldleadershipacademy.com |
The verdict
- •Garstang Community Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (55.9 vs 9.8).
- •Highfield Leadership Academy is the larger school with 751 students compared with 750.
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 Garstang Community Academy better than Highfield Leadership Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Garstang Community Academy ranks higher (55.9 vs 9.8 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 Garstang Community Academy and Highfield Leadership Academy?
About 21 km in a straight line, between Preston and Blackpool in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Garstang Community Academy: 750. Highfield Leadership Academy: 751. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Garstang Community Academy and Highfield Leadership Academy rank in North West?
Garstang Community Academy is 190th of 536 and Highfield Leadership Academy is 516th of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).