Arts and Media School Islington vs Grafton Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 914 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arts and Media School Islington
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–16
577 students
Grafton Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
435 students
| Measure | Arts and Media School Islington London, London | Grafton Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 17 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #606 of 640 | #1151 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #3730 of 4,090 | #7640 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 577 | 435 |
| Pupils on roll | 577 | 435 |
| Free school meals | 67% | 45.1% |
| Capacity filled | 83.6% | 83.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 70% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 8% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 38.3 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 27.7% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 49.2% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.25 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.artsandmedia.islington.sch.uk | www.graftonschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Grafton Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (51.6 vs 16.9).
- •Arts and Media School Islington is the larger school with 577 students compared with 435.
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 Arts and Media School Islington better than Grafton Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Grafton Primary School ranks higher (51.6 vs 16.9 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 Arts and Media School Islington and Grafton Primary School?
About 914 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Arts and Media School Islington: 577. Grafton Primary School: 435. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Arts and Media School Islington and Grafton Primary School rank in London?
Arts and Media School Islington is 606th of 640 and Grafton Primary School is 1151st of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).