Laurel Lane Primary School vs West Drayton Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 834 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laurel Lane Primary School
West Drayton · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
267 students
West Drayton Academy
West Drayton · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
649 students
| Measure | Laurel Lane Primary School West Drayton, London | West Drayton Academy West Drayton, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 9 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #1715 of 1,720 | #650 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #15357 of 15,697 | #3831 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 267 | 649 |
| Pupils on roll | 267 | 649 |
| Free school meals | 49.4% | 21.9% |
| Capacity filled | 63.6% | 94.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 40% | 73% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 15% |
| 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 | West Drayton | West Drayton |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.laurel-laneprimary.hillingdon.sch.uk/ | www.westdraytonschool.com |
The verdict
- •West Drayton Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (70.5 vs 8.8).
- •West Drayton Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (73% vs 40%).
- •West Drayton Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (15% vs 0%).
- •West Drayton Academy is the larger school with 649 students compared with 267.
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 Laurel Lane Primary School better than West Drayton Academy?
On the Success Index (England), West Drayton Academy ranks higher (70.5 vs 8.8 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 Laurel Lane Primary School and West Drayton Academy?
About 834 m in a straight line, between West Drayton and West Drayton in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Laurel Lane Primary School: 267. West Drayton Academy: 649. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Laurel Lane Primary School and West Drayton Academy rank in London?
Laurel Lane Primary School is 1715th of 1,720 and West Drayton Academy is 650th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).