Pelham Primary School vs Upland Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 880 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pelham Primary School
Bexleyheath · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
394 students
Upland Primary School
Bexleyheath · Academy primary · Ages 0–11
444 students
| Measure | Pelham Primary School Bexleyheath, London | Upland Primary School Bexleyheath, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 57 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1013 of 1,720 | #767 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #6408 of 15,697 | #4544 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 0–11 |
| Students | 394 | 444 |
| Pupils on roll | 394 | 444 |
| Free school meals | 18.9% | 6.4% |
| Capacity filled | 88.3% | 98.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 66% | 62% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 10% | 18% |
| 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 | Bexleyheath | Bexleyheath |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.pelhamprimary.co.uk | www.upland.bexley.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Upland Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (66.7 vs 57.3).
- •Pelham Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (66% vs 62%).
- •Upland Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (18% vs 10%).
- •Upland Primary School is the larger school with 444 students compared with 394.
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 Pelham Primary School better than Upland Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Upland Primary School ranks higher (66.7 vs 57.3 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 Pelham Primary School and Upland Primary School?
About 880 m in a straight line, between Bexleyheath and Bexleyheath in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Pelham Primary School: 394. Upland Primary School: 444. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Pelham Primary School and Upland Primary School rank in London?
Pelham Primary School is 1013th of 1,720 and Upland Primary School is 767th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).