Derwentwater Primary School vs St Mary's CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 11 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Derwentwater Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
431 students
St Mary's CofE Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
431 students
| Measure | Derwentwater Primary School London, London | St Mary's CofE Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 37 Lower 50% | 90 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #1447 of 1,720 | #116 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #10786 of 15,697 | #794 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 431 | 431 |
| Pupils on roll | 431 | 431 |
| Free school meals | 35.9% | 9.9% |
| Capacity filled | 86.2% | 102.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 57% | 82% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 8% | 25% |
| 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.derwentwaterschool.com | www.stmarysfinchley.co.uk |
The verdict
- •St Mary's CofE Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (90.1 vs 37.1).
- •St Mary's CofE Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (82% vs 57%).
- •St Mary's CofE Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (25% vs 8%).
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 Derwentwater Primary School better than St Mary's CofE Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St Mary's CofE Primary School ranks higher (90.1 vs 37.1 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 Derwentwater Primary School and St Mary's CofE Primary School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Derwentwater Primary School: 431. St Mary's CofE Primary School: 431. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Derwentwater Primary School and St Mary's CofE Primary School rank in London?
Derwentwater Primary School is 1447th of 1,720 and St Mary's CofE Primary School is 116th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).