Alfred Salter Primary School vs St Matthew's CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 22 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 Matthew's CofE Primary School
Surbiton · Local authority primary · Ages 5–11
403 students
| Measure | Alfred Salter Primary School London, London | St Matthew's CofE Primary School Surbiton, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 70 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #658 of 1,720 | #647 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #3896 of 15,697 | #3810 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 403 | 403 |
| Pupils on roll | 403 | 403 |
| Free school meals | 26.7% | 8.4% |
| Capacity filled | 96% | 96% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 73% | 68% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 18% | 13% |
| 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 | Surbiton |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.alfredsalter.com | www.stmatthews.kingston.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (70.1 vs 70.6).
- •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 13%).
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 Matthew's CofE Primary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Alfred Salter Primary School and St Matthew's CofE Primary School?
About 22 km in a straight line, between London and Surbiton in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Alfred Salter Primary School: 403. St Matthew's CofE Primary School: 403. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Alfred Salter Primary School and St Matthew's CofE Primary School rank in London?
Alfred Salter Primary School is 658th of 1,720 and St Matthew's CofE Primary School is 647th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).