Edward Wilson Primary School vs Paddington Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 477 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edward Wilson Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
254 students
Paddington Academy
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,256 students
| Measure | Edward Wilson Primary School London, London | Paddington Academy London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 65 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #808 of 1,720 | #199 of 640 |
| National rank | #4835 of 15,697 | #928 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 254 | 1,256 |
| Pupils on roll | 254 | 1,256 |
| Free school meals | 59.3% | 52.5% |
| Capacity filled | 56.7% | 104.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 76% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 16% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 61.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 77.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 86.5% |
| EBacc average points | – | 5.90 |
| A level points per entry | – | 37.8 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.edwardwilson.org.uk | www.paddington-academy.org |
The verdict
- •Paddington Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (72.2 vs 65.0).
- •Paddington Academy is the larger school with 1,256 students compared with 254.
- •Edward Wilson Primary School is a local authority school while Paddington Academy is a academy school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Edward Wilson Primary School better than Paddington Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Paddington Academy ranks higher (72.2 vs 65.0 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 Edward Wilson Primary School and Paddington Academy?
About 477 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Edward Wilson Primary School: 254. Paddington Academy: 1,256. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Edward Wilson Primary School and Paddington Academy rank in London?
Edward Wilson Primary School is 808th of 1,720 and Paddington Academy is 199th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).