St. Mary Cray Primary Academy vs St Paul's Cray Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 1.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
St. Mary Cray Primary Academy
Orpington · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
233 students
St Paul's Cray Church of England Primary School
Orpington · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
178 students
| Measure | St. Mary Cray Primary Academy Orpington, London | St Paul's Cray Church of England Primary School Orpington, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 27 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1580 of 1,720 | #1643 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #12809 of 15,697 | #13832 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 233 | 178 |
| Pupils on roll | 233 | 178 |
| Free school meals | 34.3% | 43.8% |
| Capacity filled | 94% | 55.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 41% | 32% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 9% | 8% |
| 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 | Orpington | Orpington |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.st-marycray.bromley.sch.uk | www.st-paulscray.bromley.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •St. Mary Cray Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (27.1 vs 21.0).
- •St. Mary Cray Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (41% vs 32%).
- •St. Mary Cray Primary Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (9% vs 8%).
- •St. Mary Cray Primary Academy is the larger school with 233 students compared with 178.
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 St. Mary Cray Primary Academy better than St Paul's Cray Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St. Mary Cray Primary Academy ranks higher (27.1 vs 21.0 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 St. Mary Cray Primary Academy and St Paul's Cray Church of England Primary School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Orpington and Orpington in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
St. Mary Cray Primary Academy: 233. St Paul's Cray Church of England Primary School: 178. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do St. Mary Cray Primary Academy and St Paul's Cray Church of England Primary School rank in London?
St. Mary Cray Primary Academy is 1580th of 1,720 and St Paul's Cray Church of England Primary School is 1643rd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).