Alma Primary vs St John's CofE Primary and Nursery School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 216 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
St John's CofE Primary and Nursery School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
242 students
| Measure | Alma Primary London, London | St John's CofE Primary and Nursery School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 87 Top 10% | 89 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #187 of 1,720 | #145 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #1190 of 15,697 | #959 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 185 | 242 |
| Pupils on roll | 185 | 242 |
| Free school meals | 3.8% | 7.8% |
| Capacity filled | 88.1% | 102.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 78% | 87% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 15% | 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 | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | almaprimary.org | www.stjohnsn20.barnet.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •St John's CofE Primary and Nursery School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (88.7 vs 86.7).
- •St John's CofE Primary and Nursery School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (87% vs 78%).
- •Alma Primary does better on ks2: higher standard (15% vs 13%).
- •St John's CofE Primary and Nursery School is the larger school with 242 students compared with 185.
- •Alma Primary is a academy school while St John's CofE Primary and Nursery 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 St John's CofE Primary and Nursery School?
On the Success Index (England), St John's CofE Primary and Nursery School ranks higher (88.7 vs 86.7 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 Alma Primary and St John's CofE Primary and Nursery School?
About 216 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Alma Primary: 185. St John's CofE Primary and Nursery School: 242. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Alma Primary and St John's CofE Primary and Nursery School rank in London?
Alma Primary is 187th of 1,720 and St John's CofE Primary and Nursery School is 145th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).