Alfred Salter Primary School vs St James' Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 1.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alfred Salter Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
403 students
St James' Church of England Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
403 students
| Measure | Alfred Salter Primary School London, London | St James' Church of England Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 70 Top 25% | 54 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #658 of 1,720 | #1085 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #3896 of 15,697 | #7023 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 403 | 403 |
| Pupils on roll | 403 | 403 |
| Free school meals | 26.7% | 73.3% |
| Capacity filled | 96% | 96% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 73% | 68% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 18% | 16% |
| 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 | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.alfredsalter.com | www.stjamesschoolbermondsey.com |
The verdict
- •Alfred Salter Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (70.1 vs 54.4).
- •Alfred Salter Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (73% vs 68%).
- •Alfred Salter Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (18% vs 16%).
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 Alfred Salter Primary School better than St James' Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Alfred Salter Primary School ranks higher (70.1 vs 54.4 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 Alfred Salter Primary School and St James' Church of England Primary School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Alfred Salter Primary School: 403. St James' Church of England Primary School: 403. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Alfred Salter Primary School and St James' Church of England Primary School rank in London?
Alfred Salter Primary School is 658th of 1,720 and St James' Church of England Primary School is 1085th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).