Cypress Primary School vs Harris Academy South Norwood
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 983 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cypress Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
681 students
Harris Academy South Norwood
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,008 students
| Measure | Cypress Primary School London, London | Harris Academy South Norwood London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 38 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1417 of 1,720 | #392 of 640 |
| National rank | #10474 of 15,697 | #2071 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 681 | 1,008 |
| Pupils on roll | 681 | 1,008 |
| Free school meals | 17.4% | 41.5% |
| Capacity filled | 106.4% | 87.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 57% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 48.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 43.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 60.2% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.50 |
| A level points per entry | – | 30.4 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.pegasusacademytrust.org/cypress-primary-school | www.harrissouthnorwood.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Harris Academy South Norwood scores higher on the Success Index (England) (47.9 vs 38.4).
- •Harris Academy South Norwood is the larger school with 1,008 students compared with 681.
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 Cypress Primary School better than Harris Academy South Norwood?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Academy South Norwood ranks higher (47.9 vs 38.4 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 Cypress Primary School and Harris Academy South Norwood?
About 983 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Cypress Primary School: 681. Harris Academy South Norwood: 1,008. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Cypress Primary School and Harris Academy South Norwood rank in London?
Cypress Primary School is 1417th of 1,720 and Harris Academy South Norwood is 392nd of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).