Harris Primary Academy Orpington vs Hermitage Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 19 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harris Primary Academy Orpington
Orpington · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
269 students
Hermitage Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
269 students
| Measure | Harris Primary Academy Orpington Orpington, London | Hermitage Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 48 Lower 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1232 of 1,720 | #737 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #8362 of 15,697 | #4386 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 269 | 269 |
| Pupils on roll | 269 | 269 |
| Free school meals | 38.7% | 42.6% |
| Capacity filled | 64% | 81.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 63% | 77% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 12% | 14% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Orpington | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.harrisprimaryorpington.org.uk | www.hermitage.towerhamlets.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Hermitage Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (67.4 vs 48.3).
- •Hermitage Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (77% vs 63%).
- •Hermitage Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (14% vs 12%).
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 Orpington better than Hermitage Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Hermitage Primary School ranks higher (67.4 vs 48.3 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 Orpington and Hermitage Primary School?
About 19 km in a straight line, between Orpington and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harris Primary Academy Orpington: 269. Hermitage Primary School: 269. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harris Primary Academy Orpington and Hermitage Primary School rank in London?
Harris Primary Academy Orpington is 1232nd of 1,720 and Hermitage Primary School is 737th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).