Eliot Bank Primary School vs Sydenham School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 367 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eliot Bank Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
397 students
Sydenham School
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,467 students
| Measure | Eliot Bank Primary School London, London | Sydenham School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 87 Top 10% | 68 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #179 of 1,720 | #238 of 640 |
| National rank | #1147 of 15,697 | #1123 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 397 | 1,467 |
| Pupils on roll | 397 | 1,467 |
| Free school meals | 15.1% | 27.8% |
| Capacity filled | 89% | 92.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 85% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 20% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 50.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 48.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 72.5% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.64 |
| A level points per entry | – | 39.3 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.eliotbank.lewisham.sch.uk/ | www.sydenham.lewisham.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Eliot Bank Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (87.1 vs 67.7).
- •Sydenham School is the larger school with 1,467 students compared with 397.
- •Eliot Bank Primary School is co-educational and Sydenham School is girls.
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 Eliot Bank Primary School better than Sydenham School?
On the Success Index (England), Eliot Bank Primary School ranks higher (87.1 vs 67.7 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 Eliot Bank Primary School and Sydenham School?
About 367 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Eliot Bank Primary School: 397. Sydenham School: 1,467. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Eliot Bank Primary School and Sydenham School rank in London?
Eliot Bank Primary School is 179th of 1,720 and Sydenham School is 238th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).