Forest Academy vs Harris Primary Academy Benson
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 863 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Forest Academy
Croydon · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
180 students
Harris Primary Academy Benson
Croydon · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
238 students
| Measure | Forest Academy Croydon, London | Harris Primary Academy Benson Croydon, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 52 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1147 of 1,720 | #899 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #7621 of 15,697 | #5498 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 180 | 238 |
| Pupils on roll | 180 | 238 |
| Free school meals | 60% | 30.9% |
| Capacity filled | 27.4% | 56.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 73% | 74% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 7% | 9% |
| 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 | Croydon | Croydon |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.forestacademy.org.uk | www.harrisprimarybenson.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Harris Primary Academy Benson scores higher on the Success Index (England) (61.7 vs 51.7).
- •Harris Primary Academy Benson does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (74% vs 73%).
- •Harris Primary Academy Benson does better on ks2: higher standard (9% vs 7%).
- •Harris Primary Academy Benson is the larger school with 238 students compared with 180.
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 Forest Academy better than Harris Primary Academy Benson?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Primary Academy Benson ranks higher (61.7 vs 51.7 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 Forest Academy and Harris Primary Academy Benson?
About 863 m in a straight line, between Croydon and Croydon in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Forest Academy: 180. Harris Primary Academy Benson: 238. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Forest Academy and Harris Primary Academy Benson rank in London?
Forest Academy is 1147th of 1,720 and Harris Primary Academy Benson is 899th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).