Downshall Primary School vs Farnham Green Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 841 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downshall Primary School
Ilford · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
501 students
Farnham Green Primary School
Ilford · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
350 students
| Measure | Downshall Primary School Ilford, London | Farnham Green Primary School Ilford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 71 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #619 of 1,720 | #620 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #3643 of 15,697 | #3644 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 501 | 350 |
| Pupils on roll | 501 | 350 |
| Free school meals | 29.1% | 24.9% |
| Capacity filled | 79.5% | 51.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 76% | 80% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 16% | 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 | Ilford | Ilford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.downshallprimary.co.uk/ | www.farnhamgreen.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (71.4 vs 71.4).
- •Farnham Green Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (80% vs 76%).
- •Downshall Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (16% vs 10%).
- •Downshall Primary School is the larger school with 501 students compared with 350.
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 Downshall Primary School better than Farnham Green 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 Downshall Primary School and Farnham Green Primary School?
About 841 m in a straight line, between Ilford and Ilford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Downshall Primary School: 501. Farnham Green Primary School: 350. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Downshall Primary School and Farnham Green Primary School rank in London?
Downshall Primary School is 619th of 1,720 and Farnham Green Primary School is 620th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).