Christ Church CofE Primary School (Purley) vs Eliot Bank Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 11 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Christ Church CofE Primary School (Purley)
Purley · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
397 students
Eliot Bank Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
397 students
| Measure | Christ Church CofE Primary School (Purley) Purley, London | Eliot Bank Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 35 Lower 50% | 87 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #1477 of 1,720 | #179 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #11176 of 15,697 | #1147 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 397 | 397 |
| Pupils on roll | 397 | 397 |
| Free school meals | 29.2% | 15.1% |
| Capacity filled | 94.5% | 89% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 62% | 85% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 2% | 20% |
| 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 | Purley | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.christchurch.croydon.sch.uk | www.eliotbank.lewisham.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Eliot Bank Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (87.1 vs 35.3).
- •Eliot Bank Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (85% vs 62%).
- •Eliot Bank Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (20% vs 2%).
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 Christ Church CofE Primary School (Purley) better than Eliot Bank Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Eliot Bank Primary School ranks higher (87.1 vs 35.3 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 Christ Church CofE Primary School (Purley) and Eliot Bank Primary School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Purley and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Christ Church CofE Primary School (Purley): 397. Eliot Bank Primary School: 397. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Christ Church CofE Primary School (Purley) and Eliot Bank Primary School rank in London?
Christ Church CofE Primary School (Purley) is 1477th of 1,720 and Eliot Bank Primary School is 179th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).