Athelney Primary School vs Rathfern Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 996 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Athelney Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
354 students
Rathfern Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
484 students
| Measure | Athelney Primary School London, London | Rathfern Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 16 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #1680 of 1,720 | #606 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #14595 of 15,697 | #3551 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 354 | 484 |
| Pupils on roll | 354 | 484 |
| Free school meals | 39.8% | 21.2% |
| Capacity filled | 59.4% | 94% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 43% | 82% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 2% | 8% |
| 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 | www.athelneyprimary.org.uk | www.rathfern.lewisham.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Rathfern Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (71.9 vs 15.7).
- •Rathfern Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (82% vs 43%).
- •Rathfern Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (8% vs 2%).
- •Rathfern Primary School is the larger school with 484 students compared with 354.
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 Athelney Primary School better than Rathfern Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Rathfern Primary School ranks higher (71.9 vs 15.7 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 Athelney Primary School and Rathfern Primary School?
About 996 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Athelney Primary School: 354. Rathfern Primary School: 484. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Athelney Primary School and Rathfern Primary School rank in London?
Athelney Primary School is 1680th of 1,720 and Rathfern Primary School is 606th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).