Burnt Oak Junior School vs Hurstmere School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 949 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burnt Oak Junior School
Sidcup · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
245 students
Hurstmere School
Sidcup · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
893 students
| Measure | Burnt Oak Junior School Sidcup, London | Hurstmere School Sidcup, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 87 Top 10% | 51 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #186 of 1,720 | #371 of 640 |
| National rank | #1178 of 15,697 | #1925 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 245 | 893 |
| Pupils on roll | 245 | 893 |
| Free school meals | 4.9% | 15.8% |
| Capacity filled | 98.8% | 83.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 76% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 21% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 42.1 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 41.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 63.6% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.60 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Sidcup | Sidcup |
| region | London | London |
| Website | burntoak.bexley.sch.uk/ | www.hurstmere-that.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Burnt Oak Junior School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (86.8 vs 51.0).
- •Hurstmere School is the larger school with 893 students compared with 245.
- •Burnt Oak Junior School is co-educational and Hurstmere School is boys.
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 Burnt Oak Junior School better than Hurstmere School?
On the Success Index (England), Burnt Oak Junior School ranks higher (86.8 vs 51.0 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 Burnt Oak Junior School and Hurstmere School?
About 949 m in a straight line, between Sidcup and Sidcup in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Burnt Oak Junior School: 245. Hurstmere School: 893. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Burnt Oak Junior School and Hurstmere School rank in London?
Burnt Oak Junior School is 186th of 1,720 and Hurstmere School is 371st of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).