Heathfield Academy vs St Peter's Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 1.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heathfield Academy
Croydon · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
411 students
St Peter's Primary School
South Croydon · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
411 students
| Measure | Heathfield Academy Croydon, London | St Peter's Primary School South Croydon, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 76 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #490 of 1,720 | #499 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #2834 of 15,697 | #2903 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 411 | 411 |
| Pupils on roll | 411 | 411 |
| Free school meals | 32.8% | 17.5% |
| Capacity filled | 97.9% | 97.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 90% | 77% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 12% | 13% |
| 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 | Croydon | South Croydon |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.heathfieldacademy.org/ | www.st-petersprimary.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (75.8 vs 75.5).
- •Heathfield Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (90% vs 77%).
- •St Peter's Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (13% 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 Heathfield Academy better than St Peter's Primary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Heathfield Academy and St Peter's Primary School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Croydon and South Croydon in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Heathfield Academy: 411. St Peter's Primary School: 411. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Heathfield Academy and St Peter's Primary School rank in London?
Heathfield Academy is 490th of 1,720 and St Peter's Primary School is 499th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).