Harris Academy Orpington vs St. Mary Cray Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 1.4 km 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
St. Mary Cray Primary Academy
Orpington · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
233 students
| Measure | Harris Academy Orpington Orpington, London | St. Mary Cray Primary Academy Orpington, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 30 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #497 of 640 | #1580 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #2956 of 4,090 | #12809 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 499 | 233 |
| Pupils on roll | 499 | 233 |
| Free school meals | 48.1% | 34.3% |
| Capacity filled | – | 94% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 41% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 9% |
| 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.st-marycray.bromley.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Harris Academy Orpington scores higher on the Success Index (England) (30.2 vs 27.1).
- •Harris Academy Orpington is the larger school with 499 students compared with 233.
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 St. Mary Cray Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Academy Orpington ranks higher (30.2 vs 27.1 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 St. Mary Cray Primary Academy?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Orpington and Orpington in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harris Academy Orpington: 499. St. Mary Cray Primary Academy: 233. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harris Academy Orpington and St. Mary Cray Primary Academy rank in London?
Harris Academy Orpington is 497th of 640 and St. Mary Cray Primary Academy is 1580th of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).