Franciscan Primary School vs Furzedown Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 741 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franciscan Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
286 students
Furzedown Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
400 students
| Measure | Franciscan Primary School London, London | Furzedown Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 23 Lower 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1635 of 1,720 | #788 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #13592 of 15,697 | #4737 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 286 | 400 |
| Pupils on roll | 286 | 400 |
| Free school meals | 52.8% | 19.5% |
| Capacity filled | 55% | 88.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 46% | 68% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 7% | 16% |
| 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 | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.franciscan.wandsworth.sch.uk | www.furzedownschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Furzedown Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (65.6 vs 22.6).
- •Furzedown Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (68% vs 46%).
- •Furzedown Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (16% vs 7%).
- •Furzedown Primary School is the larger school with 400 students compared with 286.
- •Franciscan Primary School is a academy school while Furzedown Primary School is a local authority 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 Franciscan Primary School better than Furzedown Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Furzedown Primary School ranks higher (65.6 vs 22.6 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 Franciscan Primary School and Furzedown Primary School?
About 741 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Franciscan Primary School: 286. Furzedown Primary School: 400. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Franciscan Primary School and Furzedown Primary School rank in London?
Franciscan Primary School is 1635th of 1,720 and Furzedown Primary School is 788th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).