Downsview Primary and Nursery School vs St Joseph's RC Infant School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 781 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downsview Primary and Nursery School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
620 students
St Joseph's RC Infant School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–7
154 students
| Measure | Downsview Primary and Nursery School London, London | St Joseph's RC Infant School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 68 Top 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #709 of 1,720 | #1288 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #4193 of 15,697 | #9058 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–7 |
| Students | 620 | 154 |
| Pupils on roll | 620 | 154 |
| Free school meals | 19.8% | 22.8% |
| Capacity filled | 98.4% | 73.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 81% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | – |
| 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.downsview.croydon.sch.uk/ | www.stjosephsfederation.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Downsview Primary and Nursery School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (68.4 vs 45.1).
- •Downsview Primary and Nursery School is the larger school with 620 students compared with 154.
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 Downsview Primary and Nursery School better than St Joseph's RC Infant School?
On the Success Index (England), Downsview Primary and Nursery School ranks higher (68.4 vs 45.1 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 Downsview Primary and Nursery School and St Joseph's RC Infant School?
About 781 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Downsview Primary and Nursery School: 620. St Joseph's RC Infant School: 154. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Downsview Primary and Nursery School and St Joseph's RC Infant School rank in London?
Downsview Primary and Nursery School is 709th of 1,720 and St Joseph's RC Infant School is 1288th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).