Benthal Primary School vs Northwold Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 464 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
Northwold Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
316 students
| Measure | Benthal Primary School London, London | Northwold Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 65 Top 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #804 of 1,720 | #408 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #4821 of 15,697 | #2414 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 252 | 316 |
| Pupils on roll | 252 | 316 |
| Free school meals | 67.1% | 53.2% |
| Capacity filled | 60.9% | 67.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 77% | 90% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 15% | 31% |
| 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.northwoldschool.com |
The verdict
- •Northwold Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (78.3 vs 65.1).
- •Northwold Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (90% vs 77%).
- •Northwold Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (31% vs 15%).
- •Northwold Primary School is the larger school with 316 students compared with 252.
- •Benthal Primary School is a local authority school while Northwold Primary School is a academy 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 Benthal Primary School better than Northwold Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Northwold Primary School ranks higher (78.3 vs 65.1 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 Northwold Primary School?
About 464 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Benthal Primary School: 252. Northwold Primary School: 316. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Benthal Primary School and Northwold Primary School rank in London?
Benthal Primary School is 804th of 1,720 and Northwold Primary School is 408th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).