Mayplace Primary School vs St Paulinus Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 695 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mayplace Primary School
Barnehurst · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
623 students
St Paulinus Church of England Primary School
Dartford · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
203 students
| Measure | Mayplace Primary School Barnehurst, London | St Paulinus Church of England Primary School Dartford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 65 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #815 of 1,720 | #810 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #4889 of 15,697 | #4854 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 623 | 203 |
| Pupils on roll | 623 | 203 |
| Free school meals | 14.9% | 11.3% |
| Capacity filled | 95% | 96.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 66% | 67% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 15% | 11% |
| 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 | Barnehurst | Dartford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.mayplace.bexley.sch.uk/ | www.st-paulinus.bexley.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (64.8 vs 65.0).
- •St Paulinus Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (67% vs 66%).
- •Mayplace Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (15% vs 11%).
- •Mayplace Primary School is the larger school with 623 students compared with 203.
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 Mayplace Primary School better than St Paulinus Church of England 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 Mayplace Primary School and St Paulinus Church of England Primary School?
About 695 m in a straight line, between Barnehurst and Dartford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Mayplace Primary School: 623. St Paulinus Church of England Primary School: 203. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Mayplace Primary School and St Paulinus Church of England Primary School rank in London?
Mayplace Primary School is 815th of 1,720 and St Paulinus Church of England Primary School is 810th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).