Demetae Academy vs Hassell Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Midlands, England, 522 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Demetae Academy
Newcastle under Lyme · Independent all-through · Ages 3–16
50 students
Hassell Primary School
Newcastle · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
173 students
| Measure | Demetae Academy Newcastle under Lyme, West Midlands | Hassell Primary School Newcastle, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 29 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #1310 of 1,690 |
| National rank | – | #12438 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | All-through | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–16 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 50 | 173 |
| Pupils on roll | 50 | 173 |
| Free school meals | – | 26% |
| Capacity filled | 83.3% | 82.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 48% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 6% |
| 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 | Newcastle under Lyme | Newcastle |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.demetaeacademy.org.uk | www.hassellschool.org |
The verdict
- •Hassell Primary School is the larger school with 173 students compared with 50.
- •Demetae Academy is a independent school while Hassell Primary School is a local authority 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 Demetae Academy better than Hassell Primary 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 Demetae Academy and Hassell Primary School?
About 522 m in a straight line, between Newcastle under Lyme and Newcastle in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Demetae Academy: 50. Hassell Primary School: 173. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Demetae Academy and Hassell Primary School rank in West Midlands?
Demetae Academy is unranked and Hassell Primary School is 1310th of 1,690 among all-through schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).