Aerodrome Primary Academy vs Harris Academy Purley
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 820 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aerodrome Primary Academy
Croydon · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
447 students
Harris Academy Purley
South Croydon · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,013 students
| Measure | Aerodrome Primary Academy Croydon, London | Harris Academy Purley South Croydon, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 59 Top 50% | 48 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #970 of 1,720 | #389 of 640 |
| National rank | #6043 of 15,697 | #2046 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 447 | 1,013 |
| Pupils on roll | 447 | 1,013 |
| Free school meals | 30.5% | 39.2% |
| Capacity filled | 106.4% | 88.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 66% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 18% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 46.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 50.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 65.8% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.17 |
| A level points per entry | – | 29.3 |
| town | Croydon | South Croydon |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.aerodromeprimary.co.uk | www.harrispurley.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Aerodrome Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (59.0 vs 48.4).
- •Harris Academy Purley is the larger school with 1,013 students compared with 447.
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 Aerodrome Primary Academy better than Harris Academy Purley?
On the Success Index (England), Aerodrome Primary Academy ranks higher (59.0 vs 48.4 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 Aerodrome Primary Academy and Harris Academy Purley?
About 820 m in a straight line, between Croydon and South Croydon in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Aerodrome Primary Academy: 447. Harris Academy Purley: 1,013. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Aerodrome Primary Academy and Harris Academy Purley rank in London?
Aerodrome Primary Academy is 970th of 1,720 and Harris Academy Purley is 389th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).