Betty Layward Primary School vs Grasmere Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 328 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Betty Layward Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
450 students
Grasmere Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
220 students
| Measure | Betty Layward Primary School London, London | Grasmere Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 85 Top 10% | 87 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #223 of 1,720 | #183 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #1398 of 15,697 | #1168 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 450 | 220 |
| Pupils on roll | 450 | 220 |
| Free school meals | 17% | 17.8% |
| Capacity filled | 100% | 93.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 81% | 90% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 28% | 19% |
| 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.bettylayward.hackney.sch.uk/ | www.grasmere.hackney.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Grasmere Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (86.9 vs 85.2).
- •Grasmere Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (90% vs 81%).
- •Betty Layward Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (28% vs 19%).
- •Betty Layward Primary School is the larger school with 450 students compared with 220.
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 Betty Layward Primary School better than Grasmere Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Grasmere Primary School ranks higher (86.9 vs 85.2 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 Betty Layward Primary School and Grasmere Primary School?
About 328 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Betty Layward Primary School: 450. Grasmere Primary School: 220. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Betty Layward Primary School and Grasmere Primary School rank in London?
Betty Layward Primary School is 223rd of 1,720 and Grasmere Primary School is 183rd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).