Henhurst Ridge Primary Academy vs Rykneld Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in West Midlands, England, 2.8 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Henhurst Ridge Primary Academy
Burton-on-Trent · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
342 students
Rykneld Primary School
Burton-on-Trent · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
618 students
| Measure | Henhurst Ridge Primary Academy Burton-on-Trent, West Midlands | Rykneld Primary School Burton-on-Trent, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 51 Top 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #788 of 1,690 | #283 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #7842 of 15,697 | #3128 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 342 | 618 |
| Pupils on roll | 342 | 618 |
| Free school meals | 21.8% | 18% |
| Capacity filled | 81.4% | 98.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 63% | 81% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 9% | 9% |
| 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 | Burton-on-Trent | Burton-on-Trent |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.henhurstridgeacademy.org | www.rykneld.staffs.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Rykneld Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (74.2 vs 50.6).
- •Rykneld Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (81% vs 63%).
- •Rykneld Primary School is the larger school with 618 students compared with 342.
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 Henhurst Ridge Primary Academy better than Rykneld Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Rykneld Primary School ranks higher (74.2 vs 50.6 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 Henhurst Ridge Primary Academy and Rykneld Primary School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Burton-on-Trent and Burton-on-Trent in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Henhurst Ridge Primary Academy: 342. Rykneld Primary School: 618. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Henhurst Ridge Primary Academy and Rykneld Primary School rank in West Midlands?
Henhurst Ridge Primary Academy is 788th of 1,690 and Rykneld Primary School is 283rd of 1,690 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).