Harris Primary Academy Benson vs Shirley High School Performing Arts College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 490 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harris Primary Academy Benson
Croydon · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
238 students
Shirley High School Performing Arts College
Croydon · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
800 students
| Measure | Harris Primary Academy Benson Croydon, London | Shirley High School Performing Arts College Croydon, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 62 Top 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #899 of 1,720 | #607 of 640 |
| National rank | #5498 of 15,697 | #3755 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 238 | 800 |
| Pupils on roll | 238 | 800 |
| Free school meals | 30.9% | 51.9% |
| Capacity filled | 56.7% | 72.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 74% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 9% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 37.7 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 23.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 49.2% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.20 |
| A level points per entry | – | 26.2 |
| town | Croydon | Croydon |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.harrisprimarybenson.org.uk | www.shirley.croydon.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Harris Primary Academy Benson scores higher on the Success Index (England) (61.7 vs 16.3).
- •Shirley High School Performing Arts College is the larger school with 800 students compared with 238.
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 Primary Academy Benson better than Shirley High School Performing Arts College?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Primary Academy Benson ranks higher (61.7 vs 16.3 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 Primary Academy Benson and Shirley High School Performing Arts College?
About 490 m in a straight line, between Croydon and Croydon in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harris Primary Academy Benson: 238. Shirley High School Performing Arts College: 800. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harris Primary Academy Benson and Shirley High School Performing Arts College rank in London?
Harris Primary Academy Benson is 899th of 1,720 and Shirley High School Performing Arts College is 607th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).