Cardwell Primary School vs Thorntree Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 872 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cardwell Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
423 students
Thorntree Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
190 students
| Measure | Cardwell Primary School London, London | Thorntree Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 69 Top 50% | 69 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #693 of 1,720 | #699 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #4101 of 15,697 | #4145 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 423 | 190 |
| Pupils on roll | 423 | 190 |
| Free school meals | 44.6% | 28.9% |
| Capacity filled | 88.1% | 90.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 79% | 73% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 14% | 17% |
| 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.cardwellschool.co.uk | www.thorntree.greenwich.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (68.9 vs 68.7).
- •Cardwell Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (79% vs 73%).
- •Thorntree Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (17% vs 14%).
- •Cardwell Primary School is the larger school with 423 students compared with 190.
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 Cardwell Primary School better than Thorntree Primary 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 Cardwell Primary School and Thorntree Primary School?
About 872 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Cardwell Primary School: 423. Thorntree Primary School: 190. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Cardwell Primary School and Thorntree Primary School rank in London?
Cardwell Primary School is 693rd of 1,720 and Thorntree Primary School is 699th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).