Castle Hill Academy vs Ranelagh Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 20 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Castle Hill Academy
Croydon · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
263 students
Ranelagh Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
263 students
| Measure | Castle Hill Academy Croydon, London | Ranelagh Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 38 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #1440 of 1,720 | #574 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #10708 of 15,697 | #3367 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 263 | 263 |
| Pupils on roll | 263 | 263 |
| Free school meals | 66.8% | 39.4% |
| Capacity filled | 62.6% | 60.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 58% | 77% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 11% | 28% |
| 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 | Croydon | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.castlehillacademy.co.uk/ | www.ranelagh.newham.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Ranelagh Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (72.9 vs 37.5).
- •Ranelagh Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (77% vs 58%).
- •Ranelagh Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (28% vs 11%).
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 Castle Hill Academy better than Ranelagh Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Ranelagh Primary School ranks higher (72.9 vs 37.5 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 Castle Hill Academy and Ranelagh Primary School?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Croydon and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Castle Hill Academy: 263. Ranelagh Primary School: 263. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Castle Hill Academy and Ranelagh Primary School rank in London?
Castle Hill Academy is 1440th of 1,720 and Ranelagh Primary School is 574th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).