High Hesket CofE School vs Wreay Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 6.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High Hesket CofE School
Carlisle · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
136 students
Wreay Church of England Primary School
Carlisle · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
75 students
| Measure | High Hesket CofE School Carlisle, North West | Wreay Church of England Primary School Carlisle, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 49 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1013 of 2,286 | #1235 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #8160 of 15,697 | #9624 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 136 | 75 |
| Pupils on roll | 136 | 75 |
| Free school meals | 3.2% | 15.7% |
| Capacity filled | 68% | 53.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 52% | 54% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 9% | 8% |
| 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 | Carlisle | Carlisle |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.high-hesket.cumbria.sch.uk/ | www.wreayschool.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •High Hesket CofE School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (49.3 vs 42.5).
- •Wreay Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (54% vs 52%).
- •High Hesket CofE School does better on ks2: higher standard (9% vs 8%).
- •High Hesket CofE School is the larger school with 136 students compared with 75.
- •High Hesket CofE School is a local authority school while Wreay Church of England Primary School is a academy 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 High Hesket CofE School better than Wreay Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), High Hesket CofE School ranks higher (49.3 vs 42.5 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 High Hesket CofE School and Wreay Church of England Primary School?
About 6.3 km in a straight line, between Carlisle and Carlisle in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
High Hesket CofE School: 136. Wreay Church of England Primary School: 75. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do High Hesket CofE School and Wreay Church of England Primary School rank in North West?
High Hesket CofE School is 1013th of 2,286 and Wreay Church of England Primary School is 1235th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).