The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School vs The Highcrest Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South East, England, 1.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School
High Wycombe · Independent all-through · Ages 3–18
154 students
The Highcrest Academy
High Wycombe · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,045 students
| Measure | The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School High Wycombe, South East | The Highcrest Academy High Wycombe, South East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 23 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #526 of 679 |
| National rank | – | #3292 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Independent | Academy |
| Type | All-through | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 154 | 1,045 |
| Pupils on roll | 154 | 1,045 |
| Free school meals | – | 36.8% |
| Capacity filled | 40.5% | 97.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 38.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 27.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 53.4% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.32 |
| A level points per entry | – | 27.7 |
| town | High Wycombe | High Wycombe |
| region | South East | South East |
| Website | www.thechalfontsgrammar.co.uk | www.highcrestacademy.org.uk |
The verdict
- •The Highcrest Academy is the larger school with 1,045 students compared with 154.
- •The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School is a independent school while The Highcrest Academy 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 The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School better than The Highcrest Academy?
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 The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School and The Highcrest Academy?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between High Wycombe and High Wycombe in South East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School: 154. The Highcrest Academy: 1,045. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School and The Highcrest Academy rank in South East?
The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School is unranked and The Highcrest Academy is 526th of 679 among all-through schools in South East on the 2025 Success Index (England).