Ben Jonson Primary School vs Dersingham Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 7.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ben Jonson Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
591 students
Dersingham Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
591 students
| Measure | Ben Jonson Primary School London, London | Dersingham Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 64 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #828 of 1,720 | #803 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #4959 of 15,697 | #4810 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 591 | 591 |
| Pupils on roll | 591 | 591 |
| Free school meals | 40.8% | 54.4% |
| Capacity filled | 84.8% | 93.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 72% | 80% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 18% | 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 | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.benjonson.towerhamlets.sch.uk | www.dersingham.newham.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (64.4 vs 65.2).
- •Dersingham Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (80% vs 72%).
- •Ben Jonson Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (18% vs 11%).
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 Ben Jonson Primary School better than Dersingham 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 Ben Jonson Primary School and Dersingham Primary School?
About 7.7 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ben Jonson Primary School: 591. Dersingham Primary School: 591. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ben Jonson Primary School and Dersingham Primary School rank in London?
Ben Jonson Primary School is 828th of 1,720 and Dersingham Primary School is 803rd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).