Hardenhuish School vs Highcliffe School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in South West, England, 85 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hardenhuish School
Chippenham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,519 students
Highcliffe School
Christchurch · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,519 students
| Measure | Hardenhuish School Chippenham, South West | Highcliffe School Christchurch, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 64 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #112 of 402 | #113 of 402 |
| National rank | #1281 of 4,090 | #1325 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 1,519 | 1,519 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,519 | 1,519 |
| Free school meals | 15.7% | 15.8% |
| Capacity filled | 90.5% | 104% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 47.5 | 47.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 42.2% | 45.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 66.9% | 75.2% |
| EBacc average points | 4.14 | 4.26 |
| A level points per entry | 36.3 | 34.6 |
| town | Chippenham | Christchurch |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.hardenhuish.wilts.sch.uk | www.highcliffe.school |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (64.2 vs 63.3).
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 Hardenhuish School better than Highcliffe 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 Hardenhuish School and Highcliffe School?
About 85 km in a straight line, between Chippenham and Christchurch in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hardenhuish School: 1,519. Highcliffe School: 1,519. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hardenhuish School and Highcliffe School rank in South West?
Hardenhuish School is 112th of 402 and Highcliffe School is 113th of 402 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).