Farringdon Academy vs George Washington Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North East, England, 8.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Farringdon Academy
Sunderland · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
384 students
George Washington Primary School
Washington · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
384 students
| Measure | Farringdon Academy Sunderland, North East | George Washington Primary School Washington, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 30 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #607 of 811 | #554 of 811 |
| National rank | #12218 of 15,697 | #11105 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 384 | 384 |
| Pupils on roll | 384 | 384 |
| Free school meals | 47.6% | 45.1% |
| Capacity filled | 101.9% | 91.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 60% | 62% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | 5% |
| 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 | Sunderland | Washington |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.farringdonacademy.co.uk/ | www.gwps.org.uk |
The verdict
- •George Washington Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (35.7 vs 29.9).
- •George Washington Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (62% vs 60%).
- •George Washington Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (5% vs 3%).
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 Farringdon Academy better than George Washington Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), George Washington Primary School ranks higher (35.7 vs 29.9 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 Farringdon Academy and George Washington Primary School?
About 8.3 km in a straight line, between Sunderland and Washington in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Farringdon Academy: 384. George Washington Primary School: 384. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Farringdon Academy and George Washington Primary School rank in North East?
Farringdon Academy is 607th of 811 and George Washington Primary School is 554th of 811 among primary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).