Downsell Primary School vs Hafs Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 714 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downsell Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
426 students
Hafs Academy
London · Independent all-through · Ages 7–16
77 students
| Measure | Downsell Primary School London, London | Hafs Academy London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 57 Top 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1031 of 1,720 | #499 of 640 |
| National rank | #6576 of 15,697 | #3001 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 7–16 |
| Students | 426 | 77 |
| Pupils on roll | 426 | 77 |
| Free school meals | 33.2% | – |
| Capacity filled | 61.3% | 23.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 66% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 15% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 39.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 33.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 44.4% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.93 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.downsellprimary.org/ | www.hafsacademy.org |
The verdict
- •Downsell Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (56.5 vs 29.1).
- •Downsell Primary School is the larger school with 426 students compared with 77.
- •Downsell Primary School is a local authority school while Hafs Academy is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Downsell Primary School is co-educational and Hafs Academy is boys.
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 Downsell Primary School better than Hafs Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Downsell Primary School ranks higher (56.5 vs 29.1 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 Downsell Primary School and Hafs Academy?
About 714 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Downsell Primary School: 426. Hafs Academy: 77. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Downsell Primary School and Hafs Academy rank in London?
Downsell Primary School is 1031st of 1,720 and Hafs Academy is 499th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).