Bow School vs Old Palace Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 572 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bow School
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,126 students
Old Palace Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
386 students
| Measure | Bow School London, London | Old Palace Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 39 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #455 of 640 | #568 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #2531 of 4,090 | #3346 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 1,126 | 386 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,126 | 386 |
| Free school meals | 47.7% | 30.1% |
| Capacity filled | 83.4% | 91.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 75% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 25% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 43.2 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 33.2% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 60.5% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.79 | – |
| A level points per entry | 39.1 | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.bow-school.org.uk | childrenshousenursery.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Old Palace Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (73.0 vs 38.5).
- •Bow School is the larger school with 1,126 students compared with 386.
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 Bow School better than Old Palace Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Old Palace Primary School ranks higher (73.0 vs 38.5 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 Bow School and Old Palace Primary School?
About 572 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bow School: 1,126. Old Palace Primary School: 386. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bow School and Old Palace Primary School rank in London?
Bow School is 455th of 640 and Old Palace Primary School is 568th of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).