Downshall Primary School vs The Palmer Catholic Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 712 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
The Palmer Catholic Academy
Ilford · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,132 students
| Measure | Downshall Primary School Ilford, London | The Palmer Catholic Academy Ilford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 71 Top 25% | 54 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #619 of 1,720 | #347 of 640 |
| National rank | #3643 of 15,697 | #1767 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 501 | 1,132 |
| Pupils on roll | 501 | 1,132 |
| Free school meals | 29.1% | 33.3% |
| Capacity filled | 79.5% | 96.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 76% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 16% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 48.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 47.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 74% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.39 |
| A level points per entry | – | 30.9 |
| town | Ilford | Ilford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.downshallprimary.co.uk/ | www.tpc.academy |
The verdict
- •Downshall Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (71.4 vs 54.1).
- •The Palmer Catholic Academy is the larger school with 1,132 students compared with 501.
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 The Palmer Catholic Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Downshall Primary School ranks higher (71.4 vs 54.1 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 Downshall Primary School and The Palmer Catholic Academy?
About 712 m in a straight line, between Ilford and Ilford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Downshall Primary School: 501. The Palmer Catholic Academy: 1,132. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Downshall Primary School and The Palmer Catholic Academy rank in London?
Downshall Primary School is 619th of 1,720 and The Palmer Catholic Academy is 347th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).