Crofton Junior School vs Newstead Wood School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 1.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Crofton Junior School
Orpington · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
717 students
Newstead Wood School
Orpington · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,347 students
| Measure | Crofton Junior School Orpington, London | Newstead Wood School Orpington, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 98 Top 5% | 98 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #17 of 1,720 | #11 of 640 |
| National rank | #125 of 15,697 | #29 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 717 | 1,347 |
| Pupils on roll | 717 | 1,347 |
| Free school meals | 5.6% | 5.6% |
| Capacity filled | 99.6% | 141% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 91% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 37% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 82.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 100% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 100% |
| EBacc average points | – | 7.89 |
| A level points per entry | – | 43.5 |
| town | Orpington | Orpington |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.croftonjuniorschool.co.uk/ | www.newsteadwood.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (97.6 vs 98.1).
- •Newstead Wood School is the larger school with 1,347 students compared with 717.
- •Crofton Junior School is co-educational and Newstead Wood School is girls.
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 Crofton Junior School better than Newstead Wood School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Crofton Junior School and Newstead Wood School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Orpington and Orpington in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Crofton Junior School: 717. Newstead Wood School: 1,347. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Crofton Junior School and Newstead Wood School rank in London?
Crofton Junior School is 17th of 1,720 and Newstead Wood School is 11th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).