Paddington Academy vs St Mary Magdalene & St Stephen's CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 352 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Paddington Academy
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,256 students
St Mary Magdalene & St Stephen's CofE Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
168 students
| Measure | Paddington Academy London, London | St Mary Magdalene & St Stephen's CofE Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 72 Top 25% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #199 of 640 | #1410 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #928 of 4,090 | #10428 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,256 | 168 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,256 | 168 |
| Free school meals | 52.5% | 42.9% |
| Capacity filled | 104.7% | 71.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 70% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 0% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 61.6 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 77.3% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 86.5% | – |
| EBacc average points | 5.90 | – |
| A level points per entry | 37.8 | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.paddington-academy.org | www.mmsts.westminster.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Paddington Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (72.2 vs 38.7).
- •Paddington Academy is the larger school with 1,256 students compared with 168.
- •Paddington Academy is a academy school while St Mary Magdalene & St Stephen's CofE 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 Paddington Academy better than St Mary Magdalene & St Stephen's CofE Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Paddington Academy ranks higher (72.2 vs 38.7 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 Paddington Academy and St Mary Magdalene & St Stephen's CofE Primary School?
About 352 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Paddington Academy: 1,256. St Mary Magdalene & St Stephen's CofE Primary School: 168. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Paddington Academy and St Mary Magdalene & St Stephen's CofE Primary School rank in London?
Paddington Academy is 199th of 640 and St Mary Magdalene & St Stephen's CofE Primary School is 1410th of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).