Leigh Academy Bexley vs St Fidelis Catholic Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 445 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Leigh Academy Bexley
Erith · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
873 students
St Fidelis Catholic Primary School
Erith · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
459 students
| Measure | Leigh Academy Bexley Erith, London | St Fidelis Catholic Primary School Erith, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 19 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #590 of 640 | #869 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #3619 of 4,090 | #5296 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 873 | 459 |
| Pupils on roll | 873 | 459 |
| Free school meals | 42.3% | 24.6% |
| Capacity filled | 42.6% | 107.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 68% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 15% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 35.4 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 26.6% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 43.7% | – |
| EBacc average points | 2.96 | – |
| A level points per entry | 29.4 | – |
| town | Erith | Erith |
| region | London | London |
| Website | leighacademybexley.org.uk | www.st-fidelis.bexley.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •St Fidelis Catholic Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (62.7 vs 19.0).
- •Leigh Academy Bexley is the larger school with 873 students compared with 459.
- •Leigh Academy Bexley is a academy school while St Fidelis Catholic Primary School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Leigh Academy Bexley better than St Fidelis Catholic Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St Fidelis Catholic Primary School ranks higher (62.7 vs 19.0 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 Leigh Academy Bexley and St Fidelis Catholic Primary School?
About 445 m in a straight line, between Erith and Erith in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Leigh Academy Bexley: 873. St Fidelis Catholic Primary School: 459. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Leigh Academy Bexley and St Fidelis Catholic Primary School rank in London?
Leigh Academy Bexley is 590th of 640 and St Fidelis Catholic Primary School is 869th of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).