Gravel Hill Primary School vs Harris Primary Academy Beckenham
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 14 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gravel Hill Primary School
Bexleyheath · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
434 students
Harris Primary Academy Beckenham
Beckenham · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
434 students
| Measure | Gravel Hill Primary School Bexleyheath, London | Harris Primary Academy Beckenham Beckenham, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 45 Lower 50% | 89 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #1283 of 1,720 | #132 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #9019 of 15,697 | #872 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 434 | 434 |
| Pupils on roll | 434 | 434 |
| Free school meals | 18.6% | 8.3% |
| Capacity filled | 96.4% | 99.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 56% | 83% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 10% | 17% |
| 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 | Bexleyheath | Beckenham |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.gravelhillschool.co.uk | www.harrisprimarybeckenham.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Harris Primary Academy Beckenham scores higher on the Success Index (England) (89.4 vs 45.2).
- •Harris Primary Academy Beckenham does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (83% vs 56%).
- •Harris Primary Academy Beckenham does better on ks2: higher standard (17% vs 10%).
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 Gravel Hill Primary School better than Harris Primary Academy Beckenham?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Primary Academy Beckenham ranks higher (89.4 vs 45.2 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 Gravel Hill Primary School and Harris Primary Academy Beckenham?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Bexleyheath and Beckenham in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Gravel Hill Primary School: 434. Harris Primary Academy Beckenham: 434. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Gravel Hill Primary School and Harris Primary Academy Beckenham rank in London?
Gravel Hill Primary School is 1283rd of 1,720 and Harris Primary Academy Beckenham is 132nd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).