Furness Primary School vs Harris Lowe Academy Willesden
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 654 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Furness Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
321 students
Harris Lowe Academy Willesden
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,149 students
| Measure | Furness Primary School London, London | Harris Lowe Academy Willesden London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 13 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1696 of 1,720 | #473 of 640 |
| National rank | #14931 of 15,697 | #2716 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 321 | 1,149 |
| Pupils on roll | 321 | 1,149 |
| Free school meals | 35.8% | 52.5% |
| Capacity filled | 58.9% | 95.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 43% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 41.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 39.9% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 57.2% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.92 |
| A level points per entry | – | 35.2 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | furnessprimaryschool.com | www.harrislowewillesden.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Harris Lowe Academy Willesden scores higher on the Success Index (England) (34.6 vs 13.0).
- •Harris Lowe Academy Willesden is the larger school with 1,149 students compared with 321.
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 Furness Primary School better than Harris Lowe Academy Willesden?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Lowe Academy Willesden ranks higher (34.6 vs 13.0 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 Furness Primary School and Harris Lowe Academy Willesden?
About 654 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Furness Primary School: 321. Harris Lowe Academy Willesden: 1,149. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Furness Primary School and Harris Lowe Academy Willesden rank in London?
Furness Primary School is 1696th of 1,720 and Harris Lowe Academy Willesden is 473rd of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).