Harris Primary Academy Orpington vs St. Mary Cray Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 847 m 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
St. Mary Cray Primary Academy
Orpington · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
233 students
| Measure | Harris Primary Academy Orpington Orpington, London | St. Mary Cray Primary Academy Orpington, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 48 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1232 of 1,720 | #1580 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #8362 of 15,697 | #12809 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 269 | 233 |
| Pupils on roll | 269 | 233 |
| Free school meals | 38.7% | 34.3% |
| Capacity filled | 64% | 94% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 63% | 41% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 12% | 9% |
| 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 | Orpington |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.harrisprimaryorpington.org.uk | www.st-marycray.bromley.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Harris Primary Academy Orpington scores higher on the Success Index (England) (48.3 vs 27.1).
- •Harris Primary Academy Orpington does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (63% vs 41%).
- •Harris Primary Academy Orpington does better on ks2: higher standard (12% vs 9%).
- •Harris Primary Academy Orpington is the larger school with 269 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 Primary Academy Orpington better than St. Mary Cray Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Primary Academy Orpington ranks higher (48.3 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 Primary Academy Orpington and St. Mary Cray Primary Academy?
About 847 m in a straight line, between Orpington and Orpington in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harris Primary Academy Orpington: 269. St. Mary Cray Primary Academy: 233. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harris Primary Academy Orpington and St. Mary Cray Primary Academy rank in London?
Harris Primary Academy Orpington is 1232nd of 1,720 and St. Mary Cray Primary Academy is 1580th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).