Cranford Park Academy vs William Byrd Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 1.4 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cranford Park Academy
Hayes · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
831 students
William Byrd Primary Academy
Hayes · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
596 students
| Measure | Cranford Park Academy Hayes, London | William Byrd Primary Academy Hayes, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 68 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #735 of 1,720 | #1054 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #4364 of 15,697 | #6772 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 831 | 596 |
| Pupils on roll | 831 | 596 |
| Free school meals | 24.7% | 29.5% |
| Capacity filled | 86.6% | 84.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 73% | 69% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 13% | 9% |
| 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 | Hayes | Hayes |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.cranfordpark.academy | www.williambyrd.school |
The verdict
- •Cranford Park Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (67.5 vs 55.7).
- •Cranford Park Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (73% vs 69%).
- •Cranford Park Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (13% vs 9%).
- •Cranford Park Academy is the larger school with 831 students compared with 596.
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 Cranford Park Academy better than William Byrd Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Cranford Park Academy ranks higher (67.5 vs 55.7 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 Cranford Park Academy and William Byrd Primary Academy?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Hayes and Hayes in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Cranford Park Academy: 831. William Byrd Primary Academy: 596. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Cranford Park Academy and William Byrd Primary Academy rank in London?
Cranford Park Academy is 735th of 1,720 and William Byrd Primary Academy is 1054th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).