Elmhurst School Ltd vs St Peter's Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 604 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elmhurst School Ltd
South Croydon · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
126 students
St Peter's Primary School
South Croydon · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
411 students
| Measure | Elmhurst School Ltd South Croydon, London | St Peter's Primary School South Croydon, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 76 Top 25% |
| Region rank | – | #499 of 1,720 |
| National rank | – | #2903 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 126 | 411 |
| Pupils on roll | 126 | 411 |
| Free school meals | – | 17.5% |
| Capacity filled | 46.3% | 97.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 77% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 13% |
| 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 | South Croydon | South Croydon |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.elmhurstschool.net | www.st-petersprimary.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •St Peter's Primary School is the larger school with 411 students compared with 126.
- •Elmhurst School Ltd is a independent school while St Peter's Primary School is a academy school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 School Ltd better than St Peter's 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 School Ltd and St Peter's Primary School?
About 604 m in a straight line, between South Croydon and South Croydon in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Elmhurst School Ltd: 126. St Peter's Primary School: 411. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Elmhurst School Ltd and St Peter's Primary School rank in London?
Elmhurst School Ltd is unranked and St Peter's Primary School is 499th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).