Ben Jonson Primary School vs Manor Junior School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 10.0 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
Manor Junior School
Barking · Local authority primary · Ages 7–11
590 students
| Measure | Ben Jonson Primary School London, London | Manor Junior School Barking, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 64 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #828 of 1,720 | #587 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #4959 of 15,697 | #3450 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 7–11 |
| Students | 591 | 590 |
| Pupils on roll | 591 | 590 |
| Free school meals | 40.8% | 16.8% |
| Capacity filled | 84.8% | 98.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 72% | 78% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 18% | 9% |
| 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 | Barking |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.benjonson.towerhamlets.sch.uk | www.manorjunior.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Manor Junior School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (72.4 vs 64.4).
- •Manor Junior School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (78% vs 72%).
- •Ben Jonson Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (18% vs 9%).
- •Ben Jonson Primary School is the larger school with 591 students compared with 590.
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 Manor Junior School?
On the Success Index (England), Manor Junior School ranks higher (72.4 vs 64.4 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 Ben Jonson Primary School and Manor Junior School?
About 10.0 km in a straight line, between London and Barking in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ben Jonson Primary School: 591. Manor Junior School: 590. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ben Jonson Primary School and Manor Junior School rank in London?
Ben Jonson Primary School is 828th of 1,720 and Manor Junior School is 587th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).