Benthal Primary School vs Nightingale 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.
Benthal Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
252 students
Nightingale Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
384 students
| Measure | Benthal Primary School London, London | Nightingale Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 65 Top 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #804 of 1,720 | #1497 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #4821 of 15,697 | #11402 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 252 | 384 |
| Pupils on roll | 252 | 384 |
| Free school meals | 67.1% | 57.7% |
| Capacity filled | 60.9% | 85.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 77% | 61% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 15% | 6% |
| 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.benthal.hackney.sch.uk/ | www.nightingale.hackney.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Benthal Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (65.1 vs 34.1).
- •Benthal Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (77% vs 61%).
- •Benthal Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (15% vs 6%).
- •Nightingale Primary School is the larger school with 384 students compared with 252.
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 Benthal Primary School better than Nightingale Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Benthal Primary School ranks higher (65.1 vs 34.1 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 Benthal Primary School and Nightingale Primary School?
About 450 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Benthal Primary School: 252. Nightingale Primary School: 384. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Benthal Primary School and Nightingale Primary School rank in London?
Benthal Primary School is 804th of 1,720 and Nightingale Primary School is 1497th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).