Kings Cross Academy vs St Matthew's CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 24 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kings Cross Academy
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
399 students
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
West Drayton · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
399 students
| Measure | Kings Cross Academy London, London | St Matthew's CofE Primary School West Drayton, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 27 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1574 of 1,720 | #1587 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #12773 of 15,697 | #12876 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 399 | 399 |
| Pupils on roll | 399 | 399 |
| Free school meals | 50.1% | 26.2% |
| Capacity filled | 89.5% | 95% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 52% | 53% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 7% | 2% |
| 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 | London | West Drayton |
| region | London | London |
| Website | kingscrossacademy.org.uk | www.st-matthews.hillingdon.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (27.2 vs 26.7).
- •St Matthew's CofE Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (53% vs 52%).
- •Kings Cross Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (7% vs 2%).
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 Kings Cross Academy better than St Matthew's CofE 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 Kings Cross Academy and St Matthew's CofE Primary School?
About 24 km in a straight line, between London and West Drayton in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Kings Cross Academy: 399. St Matthew's CofE Primary School: 399. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Kings Cross Academy and St Matthew's CofE Primary School rank in London?
Kings Cross Academy is 1574th of 1,720 and St Matthew's CofE Primary School is 1587th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).