Darrick Wood Junior School vs Darrick Wood School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 0 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Darrick Wood Junior School
Orpington · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
374 students
Darrick Wood School
Orpington · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,698 students
| Measure | Darrick Wood Junior School Orpington, London | Darrick Wood School Orpington, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 60 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #944 of 1,720 | #185 of 640 |
| National rank | #5856 of 15,697 | #868 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 374 | 1,698 |
| Pupils on roll | 374 | 1,698 |
| Free school meals | 16.6% | 15% |
| Capacity filled | 97.4% | 93% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 65% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 12% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 51.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 56.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 79.2% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.81 |
| A level points per entry | – | 32.5 |
| town | Orpington | Orpington |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.dwjs.co.uk | www.darrickwood.bromley.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Darrick Wood School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (73.2 vs 59.9).
- •Darrick Wood School is the larger school with 1,698 students compared with 374.
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 Darrick Wood Junior School better than Darrick Wood School?
On the Success Index (England), Darrick Wood School ranks higher (73.2 vs 59.9 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 Darrick Wood Junior School and Darrick Wood School?
About 0 m in a straight line, between Orpington and Orpington in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Darrick Wood Junior School: 374. Darrick Wood School: 1,698. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Darrick Wood Junior School and Darrick Wood School rank in London?
Darrick Wood Junior School is 944th of 1,720 and Darrick Wood School is 185th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).