Marshalls Park Academy vs Parklands Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 773 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marshalls Park Academy
Romford · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,174 students
Parklands Primary School
Romford · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
881 students
| Measure | Marshalls Park Academy Romford, London | Parklands Primary School Romford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 39 Lower 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #450 of 640 | #841 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #2505 of 4,090 | #5078 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 1,174 | 881 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,174 | 881 |
| Free school meals | 29.2% | 17.8% |
| Capacity filled | 97.8% | 94.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 72% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 8% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 42.9 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 32.7% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 58.4% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.92 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Romford | Romford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | marshallspark.org.uk/ | www.parklands.havering.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Parklands Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (63.8 vs 39.0).
- •Marshalls Park Academy is the larger school with 1,174 students compared with 881.
- •Marshalls Park Academy is a academy school while Parklands 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 Marshalls Park Academy better than Parklands Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Parklands Primary School ranks higher (63.8 vs 39.0 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 Marshalls Park Academy and Parklands Primary School?
About 773 m in a straight line, between Romford and Romford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Marshalls Park Academy: 1,174. Parklands Primary School: 881. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Marshalls Park Academy and Parklands Primary School rank in London?
Marshalls Park Academy is 450th of 640 and Parklands Primary School is 841st of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).