Aldersbrook Primary School vs Highlands Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 1.5 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aldersbrook Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
667 students
Highlands Primary School
Ilford · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
676 students
| Measure | Aldersbrook Primary School London, London | Highlands Primary School Ilford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 92 Top 5% | 89 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #92 of 1,720 | #137 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #628 of 15,697 | #911 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 667 | 676 |
| Pupils on roll | 667 | 676 |
| Free school meals | 11.9% | 13.8% |
| Capacity filled | 98.5% | 107.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 90% | 87% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 22% | 21% |
| 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 | London | Ilford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.aldersbrook.redbridge.sch.uk | www.highlandsprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Aldersbrook Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (91.6 vs 89.1).
- •Aldersbrook Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (90% vs 87%).
- •Aldersbrook Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (22% vs 21%).
- •Highlands Primary School is the larger school with 676 students compared with 667.
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 Aldersbrook Primary School better than Highlands Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Aldersbrook Primary School ranks higher (91.6 vs 89.1 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 Aldersbrook Primary School and Highlands Primary School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between London and Ilford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Aldersbrook Primary School: 667. Highlands Primary School: 676. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Aldersbrook Primary School and Highlands Primary School rank in London?
Aldersbrook Primary School is 92nd of 1,720 and Highlands Primary School is 137th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).