Benhurst Primary School vs Elm Park Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 545 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benhurst Primary School
Hornchurch · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
410 students
Elm Park Primary School
Hornchurch · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
419 students
| Measure | Benhurst Primary School Hornchurch, London | Elm Park Primary School Hornchurch, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 50 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1195 of 1,720 | #1397 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #8048 of 15,697 | #10300 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 410 | 419 |
| Pupils on roll | 410 | 419 |
| Free school meals | 11% | 17.9% |
| Capacity filled | 97.6% | 99.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 63% | 52% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | 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 | Hornchurch | Hornchurch |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.benhurst.havering.sch.uk/ | www.elmparkprimary.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Benhurst Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (49.7 vs 39.3).
- •Benhurst Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (63% vs 52%).
- •Elm Park Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (8% vs 4%).
- •Elm Park Primary School is the larger school with 419 students compared with 410.
- •Benhurst Primary School is a academy school while Elm Park Primary School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Benhurst Primary School better than Elm Park Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Benhurst Primary School ranks higher (49.7 vs 39.3 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 Benhurst Primary School and Elm Park Primary School?
About 545 m in a straight line, between Hornchurch and Hornchurch in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Benhurst Primary School: 410. Elm Park Primary School: 419. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Benhurst Primary School and Elm Park Primary School rank in London?
Benhurst Primary School is 1195th of 1,720 and Elm Park Primary School is 1397th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).