Berger Primary School vs St John and St James CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 420 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Berger Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
414 students
St John and St James CofE Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
218 students
| Measure | Berger Primary School London, London | St John and St James CofE Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 51 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1164 of 1,720 | #994 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #7784 of 15,697 | #6238 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 414 | 218 |
| Pupils on roll | 414 | 218 |
| Free school meals | 59.3% | 40.5% |
| Capacity filled | 86.3% | 90.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 69% | 69% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 10% | 14% |
| 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.berger.hackney.sch.uk | www.johnjames.hackney.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •St John and St James CofE Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (58.2 vs 50.8).
- •St John and St James CofE Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (14% vs 10%).
- •Berger Primary School is the larger school with 414 students compared with 218.
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 Berger Primary School better than St John and St James CofE Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St John and St James CofE Primary School ranks higher (58.2 vs 50.8 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 Berger Primary School and St John and St James CofE Primary School?
About 420 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Berger Primary School: 414. St John and St James CofE Primary School: 218. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Berger Primary School and St John and St James CofE Primary School rank in London?
Berger Primary School is 1164th of 1,720 and St John and St James CofE Primary School is 994th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).