Blackheath Prep vs The John Roan School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 825 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blackheath Prep
London · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
390 students
The John Roan School
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,112 students
| Measure | Blackheath Prep London, London | The John Roan School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 41 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #437 of 640 |
| National rank | – | #2422 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Independent | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 390 | 1,112 |
| Pupils on roll | 390 | 1,112 |
| Free school meals | – | 41.4% |
| Capacity filled | 92.9% | 79.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 44.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 38.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 58.2% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.13 |
| A level points per entry | – | 34.2 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.blackheathprep.co.uk | www.thejohnroanschool.org.uk |
The verdict
- •The John Roan School is the larger school with 1,112 students compared with 390.
- •Blackheath Prep is a independent school while The John Roan 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 Blackheath Prep better than The John Roan School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Blackheath Prep and The John Roan School?
About 825 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Blackheath Prep: 390. The John Roan School: 1,112. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Blackheath Prep and The John Roan School rank in London?
Blackheath Prep is unranked and The John Roan School is 437th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).