English Martyrs Roman Catholic Primary School vs St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 10 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
English Martyrs Roman Catholic Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
177 students
St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School
Bromley · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
177 students
| Measure | English Martyrs Roman Catholic Primary School London, London | St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School Bromley, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 55 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1059 of 1,720 | #1068 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #6837 of 15,697 | #6877 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 177 | 177 |
| Pupils on roll | 177 | 177 |
| Free school meals | 27.1% | 24.3% |
| Capacity filled | 73.8% | 84.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 63% | 68% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 16% | 8% |
| 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 | Bromley |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.englishmartyrs.towerhamlets.sch.uk | www.sjb.lewisham.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (55.3 vs 55.2).
- •St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (68% vs 63%).
- •English Martyrs Roman Catholic Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (16% vs 8%).
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 English Martyrs Roman Catholic Primary School better than St John Baptist Southend Church of England 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 English Martyrs Roman Catholic Primary School and St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School?
About 10 km in a straight line, between London and Bromley in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
English Martyrs Roman Catholic Primary School: 177. St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School: 177. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do English Martyrs Roman Catholic Primary School and St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School rank in London?
English Martyrs Roman Catholic Primary School is 1059th of 1,720 and St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School is 1068th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).