Downe Primary School vs Farnborough Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 2.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downe Primary School
Orpington · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
85 students
Farnborough Primary School
Orpington · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
198 students
| Measure | Downe Primary School Orpington, London | Farnborough Primary School Orpington, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 39 Lower 50% | 70 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1399 of 1,720 | #663 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #10320 of 15,697 | #3932 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 85 | 198 |
| Pupils on roll | 85 | 198 |
| Free school meals | 25.9% | 6.1% |
| Capacity filled | 85% | 94.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 66% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 14% |
| 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 | Orpington | Orpington |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.downe.bromley.sch.uk | www.farnboroughprimary.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Farnborough Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (69.9 vs 39.2).
- •Farnborough Primary School is the larger school with 198 students compared with 85.
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 Downe Primary School better than Farnborough Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Farnborough Primary School ranks higher (69.9 vs 39.2 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 Downe Primary School and Farnborough Primary School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Orpington and Orpington in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Downe Primary School: 85. Farnborough Primary School: 198. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Downe Primary School and Farnborough Primary School rank in London?
Downe Primary School is 1399th of 1,720 and Farnborough Primary School is 663rd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).