Highfields Academy vs Malbank School and Sixth Form College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 1.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highfields Academy
Nantwich · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
247 students
Malbank School and Sixth Form College
Nantwich · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,289 students
| Measure | Highfields Academy Nantwich, North West | Malbank School and Sixth Form College Nantwich, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 64 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #597 of 2,286 | #183 of 536 |
| National rank | #5073 of 15,697 | #1571 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 247 | 1,289 |
| Pupils on roll | 247 | 1,289 |
| Free school meals | 15.4% | 24.5% |
| Capacity filled | 117.6% | 93.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 69% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 10% | – |
| 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 | Nantwich | Nantwich |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.highfieldsacademy.co.uk | www.malbank.com |
The verdict
- •Highfields Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (63.8 vs 58.2).
- •Malbank School and Sixth Form College is the larger school with 1,289 students compared with 247.
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 Highfields Academy better than Malbank School and Sixth Form College?
On the Success Index (England), Highfields Academy ranks higher (63.8 vs 58.2 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 Highfields Academy and Malbank School and Sixth Form College?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Nantwich and Nantwich in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Highfields Academy: 247. Malbank School and Sixth Form College: 1,289. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Highfields Academy and Malbank School and Sixth Form College rank in North West?
Highfields Academy is 597th of 2,286 and Malbank School and Sixth Form College is 183rd of 536 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).