Elmhurst Primary School vs Shaftesbury Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 588 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elmhurst Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
980 students
Shaftesbury Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
640 students
| Measure | Elmhurst Primary School London, London | Shaftesbury Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 83 Top 25% | 83 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #268 of 1,720 | #278 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #1655 of 15,697 | #1703 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 980 | 640 |
| Pupils on roll | 980 | 640 |
| Free school meals | 31.4% | 27.4% |
| Capacity filled | 98.4% | 101.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 92% | 89% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 27% | 22% |
| 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.elmhurstprimary.co.uk | www.shaftesburyprimaryschool.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (83.3 vs 83.1).
- •Elmhurst Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (92% vs 89%).
- •Elmhurst Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (27% vs 22%).
- •Elmhurst Primary School is the larger school with 980 students compared with 640.
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 Elmhurst Primary School better than Shaftesbury 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 Elmhurst Primary School and Shaftesbury Primary School?
About 588 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Elmhurst Primary School: 980. Shaftesbury Primary School: 640. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Elmhurst Primary School and Shaftesbury Primary School rank in London?
Elmhurst Primary School is 268th of 1,720 and Shaftesbury Primary School is 278th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).