St Michael and St Martin Catholic Primary School vs The Orchard Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 655 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
St Michael and St Martin Catholic Primary School
Hounslow · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
475 students
The Orchard Primary School
Hounslow · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
624 students
| Measure | St Michael and St Martin Catholic Primary School Hounslow, London | The Orchard Primary School Hounslow, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 98 Top 5% | 58 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #14 of 1,720 | #1007 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #101 of 15,697 | #6338 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 475 | 624 |
| Pupils on roll | 475 | 624 |
| Free school meals | 4.4% | 17.5% |
| Capacity filled | 100.6% | 88.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 93% | 70% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 32% | 6% |
| 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 | Hounslow | Hounslow |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.stmichaelandstmartin.co.uk | www.orchardprimary.com/ |
The verdict
- •St Michael and St Martin Catholic Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (98.1 vs 57.7).
- •St Michael and St Martin Catholic Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (93% vs 70%).
- •St Michael and St Martin Catholic Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (32% vs 6%).
- •The Orchard Primary School is the larger school with 624 students compared with 475.
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 Michael and St Martin Catholic Primary School better than The Orchard Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St Michael and St Martin Catholic Primary School ranks higher (98.1 vs 57.7 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 St Michael and St Martin Catholic Primary School and The Orchard Primary School?
About 655 m in a straight line, between Hounslow and Hounslow in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
St Michael and St Martin Catholic Primary School: 475. The Orchard Primary School: 624. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do St Michael and St Martin Catholic Primary School and The Orchard Primary School rank in London?
St Michael and St Martin Catholic Primary School is 14th of 1,720 and The Orchard Primary School is 1007th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).