Alma Primary vs Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 824 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alma Primary
London · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
185 students
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
408 students
| Measure | Alma Primary London, London | Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 87 Top 10% | 87 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #187 of 1,720 | #184 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #1190 of 15,697 | #1171 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 185 | 408 |
| Pupils on roll | 185 | 408 |
| Free school meals | 3.8% | 14.7% |
| Capacity filled | 88.1% | 97.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 78% | 83% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 15% | 22% |
| 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 | almaprimary.org | www.sacredheartprimary.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (86.7 vs 86.9).
- •Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (83% vs 78%).
- •Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (22% vs 15%).
- •Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School is the larger school with 408 students compared with 185.
- •Alma Primary is a academy school while Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Alma Primary better than Sacred Heart Roman Catholic 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 Alma Primary and Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School?
About 824 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Alma Primary: 185. Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School: 408. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Alma Primary and Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School rank in London?
Alma Primary is 187th of 1,720 and Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School is 184th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).