Harris Academy Orpington vs Orion Blenheim
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 295 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harris Academy Orpington
Orpington · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
499 students
Orion Blenheim
Orpington · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
196 students
| Measure | Harris Academy Orpington Orpington, London | Orion Blenheim Orpington, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 30 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #497 of 640 | #1115 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #2956 of 4,090 | #7375 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 499 | 196 |
| Pupils on roll | 499 | 196 |
| Free school meals | 48.1% | 37.8% |
| Capacity filled | – | 93.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 71% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 7% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 42.7 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 37.5% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 53.1% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.79 | – |
| A level points per entry | 27.4 | – |
| town | Orpington | Orpington |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.harrisorpington.org.uk | www.orionblenheim.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Orion Blenheim scores higher on the Success Index (England) (52.9 vs 30.2).
- •Harris Academy Orpington is the larger school with 499 students compared with 196.
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 Harris Academy Orpington better than Orion Blenheim?
On the Success Index (England), Orion Blenheim ranks higher (52.9 vs 30.2 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 Harris Academy Orpington and Orion Blenheim?
About 295 m in a straight line, between Orpington and Orpington in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harris Academy Orpington: 499. Orion Blenheim: 196. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harris Academy Orpington and Orion Blenheim rank in London?
Harris Academy Orpington is 497th of 640 and Orion Blenheim is 1115th of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).