Harris Academy Purley vs Purley Oaks Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 847 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harris Academy Purley
South Croydon · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,013 students
Purley Oaks Primary School
South Croydon · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
642 students
| Measure | Harris Academy Purley South Croydon, London | Purley Oaks Primary School South Croydon, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 48 Top 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #389 of 640 | #1451 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #2046 of 4,090 | #10856 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,013 | 642 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,013 | 642 |
| Free school meals | 39.2% | 32.2% |
| Capacity filled | 88.1% | 97.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 60% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 5% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 46.8 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 50.5% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 65.8% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.17 | – |
| A level points per entry | 29.3 | – |
| town | South Croydon | South Croydon |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.harrispurley.org.uk | www.purleyoaks.croydon.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Harris Academy Purley scores higher on the Success Index (England) (48.4 vs 36.8).
- •Harris Academy Purley is the larger school with 1,013 students compared with 642.
- •Harris Academy Purley is a academy school while Purley Oaks 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 Harris Academy Purley better than Purley Oaks Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Academy Purley ranks higher (48.4 vs 36.8 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 Purley and Purley Oaks Primary School?
About 847 m in a straight line, between South Croydon and South Croydon in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harris Academy Purley: 1,013. Purley Oaks Primary School: 642. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harris Academy Purley and Purley Oaks Primary School rank in London?
Harris Academy Purley is 389th of 640 and Purley Oaks Primary School is 1451st of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).