Barnehurst Junior School vs Northumberland Heath Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 608 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barnehurst Junior School
Erith · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
240 students
Northumberland Heath Primary School
Erith · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
442 students
| Measure | Barnehurst Junior School Erith, London | Northumberland Heath Primary School Erith, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 48 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1231 of 1,720 | #1239 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #8355 of 15,697 | #8430 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 240 | 442 |
| Pupils on roll | 240 | 442 |
| Free school meals | 17.1% | 56.8% |
| Capacity filled | 100% | 64.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 60% | 66% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 8% | 11% |
| 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 | Erith | Erith |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.barnehurstfederation.co.uk | www.northumberlandheathprimaryschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (48.3 vs 48.0).
- •Northumberland Heath Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (66% vs 60%).
- •Northumberland Heath Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (11% vs 8%).
- •Northumberland Heath Primary School is the larger school with 442 students compared with 240.
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 Barnehurst Junior School better than Northumberland Heath 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 Barnehurst Junior School and Northumberland Heath Primary School?
About 608 m in a straight line, between Erith and Erith in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Barnehurst Junior School: 240. Northumberland Heath Primary School: 442. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Barnehurst Junior School and Northumberland Heath Primary School rank in London?
Barnehurst Junior School is 1231st of 1,720 and Northumberland Heath Primary School is 1239th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).