Harris Garrard Academy vs St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 174 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harris Garrard Academy
Erith · Academy all-through · Ages 4–18
1,505 students
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
Erith · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
177 students
| Measure | Harris Garrard Academy Erith, London | St John Fisher Catholic Primary School Erith, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 66 Top 50% | 85 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #257 of 640 | #242 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #1219 of 4,090 | #1505 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | All-through | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–18 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 1,505 | 177 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,505 | 177 |
| Free school meals | 43.6% | 20.3% |
| Capacity filled | 84.6% | 84.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 82% | 90% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 18% | 17% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 48.1 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 46.2% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 63.3% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.30 | – |
| A level points per entry | 26.8 | – |
| town | Erith | Erith |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.Harrisgarrard.org.uk | www.sjf.bexley.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •St John Fisher Catholic Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (84.5 vs 65.6).
- •St John Fisher Catholic Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (90% vs 82%).
- •Harris Garrard Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (18% vs 17%).
- •Harris Garrard Academy is the larger school with 1,505 students compared with 177.
- •Harris Garrard Academy is a academy school while St John Fisher Catholic 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 Garrard Academy better than St John Fisher Catholic Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St John Fisher Catholic Primary School ranks higher (84.5 vs 65.6 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 Garrard Academy and St John Fisher Catholic Primary School?
About 174 m in a straight line, between Erith and Erith in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harris Garrard Academy: 1,505. St John Fisher Catholic Primary School: 177. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harris Garrard Academy and St John Fisher Catholic Primary School rank in London?
Harris Garrard Academy is 257th of 640 and St John Fisher Catholic Primary School is 242nd of 1,720 among all-through schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).