Ark Franklin Primary Academy vs Hurst Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 26 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ark Franklin Primary Academy
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
663 students
Hurst Primary School
Bexley · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
662 students
| Measure | Ark Franklin Primary Academy London, London | Hurst Primary School Bexley, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 90 Top 10% | 77 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #118 of 1,720 | #463 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #815 of 15,697 | #2709 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 663 | 662 |
| Pupils on roll | 663 | 662 |
| Free school meals | 18.6% | 11.9% |
| Capacity filled | 105.2% | 105.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 96% | 72% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 35% | 18% |
| 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 | London | Bexley |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.arkfranklinprimary.org | www.hurst.bexley.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Ark Franklin Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (89.9 vs 76.7).
- •Ark Franklin Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (96% vs 72%).
- •Ark Franklin Primary Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (35% vs 18%).
- •Ark Franklin Primary Academy is the larger school with 663 students compared with 662.
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 Ark Franklin Primary Academy better than Hurst Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Ark Franklin Primary Academy ranks higher (89.9 vs 76.7 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 Ark Franklin Primary Academy and Hurst Primary School?
About 26 km in a straight line, between London and Bexley in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ark Franklin Primary Academy: 663. Hurst Primary School: 662. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ark Franklin Primary Academy and Hurst Primary School rank in London?
Ark Franklin Primary Academy is 118th of 1,720 and Hurst Primary School is 463rd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).