Apex Secondary School for Girls vs Highlands Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 748 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Apex Secondary School for Girls
Ilford · Independent secondary · Ages 11–16
33 students
Highlands Primary School
Ilford · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
676 students
| Measure | Apex Secondary School for Girls Ilford, London | Highlands Primary School Ilford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 89 Top 10% |
| Region rank | – | #137 of 1,720 |
| National rank | – | #911 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 33 | 676 |
| Pupils on roll | 33 | 676 |
| Free school meals | – | 13.8% |
| Capacity filled | 26.4% | 107.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 87% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 21% |
| 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 | Ilford | Ilford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | – | www.highlandsprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Highlands Primary School is the larger school with 676 students compared with 33.
- •Apex Secondary School for Girls is a independent school while Highlands Primary School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Apex Secondary School for Girls is girls and Highlands Primary School is co-educational.
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 Apex Secondary School for Girls better than Highlands 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 Apex Secondary School for Girls and Highlands Primary School?
About 748 m in a straight line, between Ilford and Ilford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Apex Secondary School for Girls: 33. Highlands Primary School: 676. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Apex Secondary School for Girls and Highlands Primary School rank in London?
Apex Secondary School for Girls is unranked and Highlands Primary School is 137th of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).