Barn Croft Primary School vs South Grove Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 450 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barn Croft Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
170 students
South Grove Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
485 students
| Measure | Barn Croft Primary School London, London | South Grove Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 71 Top 25% | 83 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #642 of 1,720 | #285 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #3777 of 15,697 | #1738 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 170 | 485 |
| Pupils on roll | 170 | 485 |
| Free school meals | 16.5% | 30% |
| Capacity filled | 81% | 115.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 68% | 90% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 26% | 24% |
| 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.barncroftprimaryschool.org/ | www.southgrove.waltham.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •South Grove Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (82.9 vs 70.7).
- •South Grove Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (90% vs 68%).
- •Barn Croft Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (26% vs 24%).
- •South Grove Primary School is the larger school with 485 students compared with 170.
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 Barn Croft Primary School better than South Grove Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), South Grove Primary School ranks higher (82.9 vs 70.7 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 Barn Croft Primary School and South Grove Primary School?
About 450 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Barn Croft Primary School: 170. South Grove Primary School: 485. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Barn Croft Primary School and South Grove Primary School rank in London?
Barn Croft Primary School is 642nd of 1,720 and South Grove Primary School is 285th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).