Drapers' Academy vs Drapers' Maylands Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 143 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Drapers' Academy
Romford · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,196 students
Drapers' Maylands Primary School
Romford · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
348 students
| Measure | Drapers' Academy Romford, London | Drapers' Maylands Primary School Romford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 24 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #530 of 640 | #1017 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #3220 of 4,090 | #6437 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,196 | 348 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,196 | 348 |
| Free school meals | 44.7% | 27% |
| Capacity filled | 106.8% | 82.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 77% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 3% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 38.8 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 35.1% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 51.8% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.46 | – |
| A level points per entry | 28.7 | – |
| town | Romford | Romford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.drapersacademy.com | www.drapersmaylands.com |
The verdict
- •Drapers' Maylands Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (57.1 vs 24.3).
- •Drapers' Academy is the larger school with 1,196 students compared with 348.
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 Drapers' Academy better than Drapers' Maylands Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Drapers' Maylands Primary School ranks higher (57.1 vs 24.3 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 Drapers' Academy and Drapers' Maylands Primary School?
About 143 m in a straight line, between Romford and Romford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Drapers' Academy: 1,196. Drapers' Maylands Primary School: 348. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Drapers' Academy and Drapers' Maylands Primary School rank in London?
Drapers' Academy is 530th of 640 and Drapers' Maylands Primary School is 1017th of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).