Downfield Primary School vs Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 666 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downfield Primary School
Waltham Cross · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
467 students
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School
Waltham Cross · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
198 students
| Measure | Downfield Primary School Waltham Cross, East of England | Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Waltham Cross, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 19 Lower 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1703 of 1,872 | #591 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #14181 of 15,697 | #4760 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 467 | 198 |
| Pupils on roll | 467 | 198 |
| Free school meals | 26.4% | 21.2% |
| Capacity filled | 111.2% | 94.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 22% | 69% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | 15% |
| 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 | Waltham Cross | Waltham Cross |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.downfield.herts.sch.uk | www.holytrinity.herts.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (65.5 vs 18.7).
- •Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (69% vs 22%).
- •Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (15% vs 4%).
- •Downfield Primary School is the larger school with 467 students compared with 198.
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 Downfield Primary School better than Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School ranks higher (65.5 vs 18.7 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 Downfield Primary School and Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School?
About 666 m in a straight line, between Waltham Cross and Waltham Cross in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Downfield Primary School: 467. Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School: 198. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Downfield Primary School and Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School rank in East of England?
Downfield Primary School is 1703rd of 1,872 and Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School is 591st of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).