Roydon Primary Academy vs Water Lane Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 3.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Roydon Primary Academy
Harlow · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
173 students
Water Lane Primary Academy
Harlow · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
198 students
| Measure | Roydon Primary Academy Harlow, East of England | Water Lane Primary Academy Harlow, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 37 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1319 of 1,872 | #1707 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #10840 of 15,697 | #14195 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 173 | 198 |
| Pupils on roll | 173 | 198 |
| Free school meals | 24.9% | 32.3% |
| Capacity filled | 82.4% | 94.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 59% | 36% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | 4% |
| 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 | Harlow | Harlow |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.roydonacademy.org/ | www.waterlaneprimary.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Roydon Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (36.9 vs 18.7).
- •Roydon Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (59% vs 36%).
- •Water Lane Primary Academy is the larger school with 198 students compared with 173.
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 Roydon Primary Academy better than Water Lane Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Roydon Primary Academy ranks higher (36.9 vs 18.7 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 Roydon Primary Academy and Water Lane Primary Academy?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Harlow and Harlow in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Roydon Primary Academy: 173. Water Lane Primary Academy: 198. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Roydon Primary Academy and Water Lane Primary Academy rank in East of England?
Roydon Primary Academy is 1319th of 1,872 and Water Lane Primary Academy is 1707th of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).