Hayes School vs Paignton Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 569 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hayes School
Paignton · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
340 students
Paignton Academy
Paignton · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,568 students
| Measure | Hayes School Paignton, South West | Paignton Academy Paignton, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 73 Top 25% | 23 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #335 of 1,695 | #336 of 402 |
| National rank | #3379 of 15,697 | #3341 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 340 | 1,568 |
| Pupils on roll | 340 | 1,568 |
| Free school meals | 42.6% | 34.1% |
| Capacity filled | 76.2% | 98.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 79% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 21% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 36.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 24.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 41.3% |
| EBacc average points | – | 2.99 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Paignton | Paignton |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.hayes.torbay.sch.uk/ | www.paigntonacademy.org |
The verdict
- •Hayes School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (72.8 vs 22.8).
- •Paignton Academy is the larger school with 1,568 students compared with 340.
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 Hayes School better than Paignton Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Hayes School ranks higher (72.8 vs 22.8 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 Hayes School and Paignton Academy?
About 569 m in a straight line, between Paignton and Paignton in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hayes School: 340. Paignton Academy: 1,568. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hayes School and Paignton Academy rank in South West?
Hayes School is 335th of 1,695 and Paignton Academy is 336th of 402 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).