Hurst Primary School vs Old Bexley Church of England School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 930 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hurst Primary School
Bexley · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
662 students
Old Bexley Church of England School
Bexley · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
615 students
| Measure | Hurst Primary School Bexley, London | Old Bexley Church of England School Bexley, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 77 Top 25% | 69 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #463 of 1,720 | #681 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #2709 of 15,697 | #4015 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 662 | 615 |
| Pupils on roll | 662 | 615 |
| Free school meals | 11.9% | 6.9% |
| Capacity filled | 105.1% | 73.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 72% | 66% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 18% | 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 | Bexley | Bexley |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.hurst.bexley.sch.uk | www.oldbexley.apat.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Hurst Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (76.7 vs 69.4).
- •Hurst Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (72% vs 66%).
- •Hurst Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (18% vs 14%).
- •Hurst Primary School is the larger school with 662 students compared with 615.
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 Hurst Primary School better than Old Bexley Church of England School?
On the Success Index (England), Hurst Primary School ranks higher (76.7 vs 69.4 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 Hurst Primary School and Old Bexley Church of England School?
About 930 m in a straight line, between Bexley and Bexley in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hurst Primary School: 662. Old Bexley Church of England School: 615. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hurst Primary School and Old Bexley Church of England School rank in London?
Hurst Primary School is 463rd of 1,720 and Old Bexley Church of England School is 681st of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).