Pickhurst Academy vs South Rise Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 12 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pickhurst Academy
West Wickham · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
509 students
South Rise Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
508 students
| Measure | Pickhurst Academy West Wickham, London | South Rise Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 84 Top 25% | 68 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #251 of 1,720 | #732 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #1577 of 15,697 | #4352 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 509 | 508 |
| Pupils on roll | 509 | 508 |
| Free school meals | 7.9% | 41.7% |
| Capacity filled | 96.4% | 80.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 74% | 78% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 25% | 13% |
| 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 | West Wickham | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.pickhurst.com | www.southrise.compassps.uk |
The verdict
- •Pickhurst Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (83.9 vs 67.6).
- •South Rise Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (78% vs 74%).
- •Pickhurst Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (25% vs 13%).
- •Pickhurst Academy is the larger school with 509 students compared with 508.
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 Pickhurst Academy better than South Rise Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Pickhurst Academy ranks higher (83.9 vs 67.6 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 Pickhurst Academy and South Rise Primary School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between West Wickham and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Pickhurst Academy: 509. South Rise Primary School: 508. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Pickhurst Academy and South Rise Primary School rank in London?
Pickhurst Academy is 251st of 1,720 and South Rise Primary School is 732nd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).