Downsell Primary School vs The Jenny Hammond Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 432 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downsell Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
426 students
The Jenny Hammond Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
388 students
| Measure | Downsell Primary School London, London | The Jenny Hammond Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 57 Top 50% | 82 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #1031 of 1,720 | #301 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #6576 of 15,697 | #1819 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 426 | 388 |
| Pupils on roll | 426 | 388 |
| Free school meals | 33.2% | 20.9% |
| Capacity filled | 61.3% | 92.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 66% | 83% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 15% | 19% |
| 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.downsellprimary.org/ | www.jennyhammond.waltham.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •The Jenny Hammond Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (82.3 vs 56.5).
- •The Jenny Hammond Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (83% vs 66%).
- •The Jenny Hammond Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (19% vs 15%).
- •Downsell Primary School is the larger school with 426 students compared with 388.
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 Downsell Primary School better than The Jenny Hammond Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), The Jenny Hammond Primary School ranks higher (82.3 vs 56.5 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 Downsell Primary School and The Jenny Hammond Primary School?
About 432 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Downsell Primary School: 426. The Jenny Hammond Primary School: 388. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Downsell Primary School and The Jenny Hammond Primary School rank in London?
Downsell Primary School is 1031st of 1,720 and The Jenny Hammond Primary School is 301st of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).