Elmstead Wood Primary School vs Marvels Lane Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 949 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elmstead Wood Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
280 students
Marvels Lane Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
385 students
| Measure | Elmstead Wood Primary School London, London | Marvels Lane Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 44 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1310 of 1,720 | #1308 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #9314 of 15,697 | #9277 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 280 | 385 |
| Pupils on roll | 280 | 385 |
| Free school meals | 33.7% | 36.5% |
| Capacity filled | 66.7% | 91.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 68% | 70% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | 2% |
| 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.elmsteadwoodprimary.co.uk | www.marvelslane.lewisham.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (43.8 vs 44.0).
- •Marvels Lane Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (70% vs 68%).
- •Elmstead Wood Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (3% vs 2%).
- •Marvels Lane Primary School is the larger school with 385 students compared with 280.
- •Elmstead Wood Primary School is a academy school while Marvels Lane Primary School is a local authority 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 Elmstead Wood Primary School better than Marvels Lane 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 Elmstead Wood Primary School and Marvels Lane Primary School?
About 949 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Elmstead Wood Primary School: 280. Marvels Lane Primary School: 385. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Elmstead Wood Primary School and Marvels Lane Primary School rank in London?
Elmstead Wood Primary School is 1310th of 1,720 and Marvels Lane Primary School is 1308th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).