Dalmain Primary School vs St William of York Catholic Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 308 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dalmain Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
381 students
St William of York Catholic Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
207 students
| Measure | Dalmain Primary School London, London | St William of York Catholic Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 75 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #521 of 1,720 | #854 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #3025 of 15,697 | #5185 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 381 | 207 |
| Pupils on roll | 381 | 207 |
| Free school meals | 15.5% | 23.6% |
| Capacity filled | 81.1% | 98.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 71% | 72% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 23% | 10% |
| 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.dalmain.lewisham.sch.uk/ | www.swoy.lewisham.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Dalmain Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (74.8 vs 63.3).
- •St William of York Catholic Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (72% vs 71%).
- •Dalmain Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (23% vs 10%).
- •Dalmain Primary School is the larger school with 381 students compared with 207.
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 Dalmain Primary School better than St William of York Catholic Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Dalmain Primary School ranks higher (74.8 vs 63.3 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 Dalmain Primary School and St William of York Catholic Primary School?
About 308 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Dalmain Primary School: 381. St William of York Catholic Primary School: 207. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Dalmain Primary School and St William of York Catholic Primary School rank in London?
Dalmain Primary School is 521st of 1,720 and St William of York Catholic Primary School is 854th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).