St. Mary Cray Primary Academy vs St Philomena's Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 544 m 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 Philomena's Primary School
Orpington · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
202 students
| Measure | St. Mary Cray Primary Academy Orpington, London | St Philomena's Primary School Orpington, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 27 Lower 50% | 86 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #1580 of 1,720 | #216 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #12809 of 15,697 | #1363 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 233 | 202 |
| Pupils on roll | 233 | 202 |
| Free school meals | 34.3% | 13.4% |
| Capacity filled | 94% | 97.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 41% | 86% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 9% | 14% |
| 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-philomenas.bromley.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •St Philomena's Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (85.5 vs 27.1).
- •St Philomena's Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (86% vs 41%).
- •St Philomena's Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (14% vs 9%).
- •St. Mary Cray Primary Academy is the larger school with 233 students compared with 202.
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 Philomena's Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St Philomena's Primary School ranks higher (85.5 vs 27.1 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 Philomena's Primary School?
About 544 m in a straight line, between Orpington and Orpington in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
St. Mary Cray Primary Academy: 233. St Philomena's Primary School: 202. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do St. Mary Cray Primary Academy and St Philomena's Primary School rank in London?
St. Mary Cray Primary Academy is 1580th of 1,720 and St Philomena's Primary School is 216th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).