Essex Primary School vs Little Ilford School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 262 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Essex Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
807 students
Little Ilford School
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–16
1,781 students
| Measure | Essex Primary School London, London | Little Ilford School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 70 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #662 of 1,720 | #384 of 640 |
| National rank | #3931 of 15,697 | #1989 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 807 | 1,781 |
| Pupils on roll | 807 | 1,781 |
| Free school meals | 38.9% | 56.1% |
| Capacity filled | 91.7% | 98.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 81% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 12% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 47.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 50.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 68.8% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.50 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.essex.newham.sch.uk/ | www.littleilford.newham.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Essex Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (69.9 vs 49.5).
- •Little Ilford School is the larger school with 1,781 students compared with 807.
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 Essex Primary School better than Little Ilford School?
On the Success Index (England), Essex Primary School ranks higher (69.9 vs 49.5 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 Essex Primary School and Little Ilford School?
About 262 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Essex Primary School: 807. Little Ilford School: 1,781. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Essex Primary School and Little Ilford School rank in London?
Essex Primary School is 662nd of 1,720 and Little Ilford School is 384th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).