Alma Primary School vs St Matthew's CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 542 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alma Primary School
Enfield · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
442 students
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
Enfield · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
195 students
| Measure | Alma Primary School Enfield, London | St Matthew's CofE Primary School Enfield, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 52 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1136 of 1,720 | #1405 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #7567 of 15,697 | #10377 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 442 | 195 |
| Pupils on roll | 442 | 195 |
| Free school meals | 45.7% | 44.7% |
| Capacity filled | 86.3% | 92.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 73% | 62% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | 7% |
| 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 | Enfield | Enfield |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.almaprimary.co.uk | www.stmatthews-enfield.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Alma Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (51.9 vs 38.9).
- •Alma Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (73% vs 62%).
- •St Matthew's CofE Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (7% vs 6%).
- •Alma Primary School is the larger school with 442 students compared with 195.
- •Alma Primary School is a academy school while St Matthew's CofE 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 School better than St Matthew's CofE Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Alma Primary School ranks higher (51.9 vs 38.9 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 School and St Matthew's CofE Primary School?
About 542 m in a straight line, between Enfield and Enfield in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Alma Primary School: 442. St Matthew's CofE Primary School: 195. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Alma Primary School and St Matthew's CofE Primary School rank in London?
Alma Primary School is 1136th of 1,720 and St Matthew's CofE Primary School is 1405th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).