Essex Primary School vs Sir John Heron Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 568 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
Sir John Heron Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
453 students
| Measure | Essex Primary School London, London | Sir John Heron Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 70 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #662 of 1,720 | #838 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #3931 of 15,697 | #5041 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 807 | 453 |
| Pupils on roll | 807 | 453 |
| Free school meals | 38.9% | 43.3% |
| Capacity filled | 91.7% | 92.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 81% | 81% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 12% | 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 | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.essex.newham.sch.uk/ | www.sirjohnheron.newham.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Essex Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (69.9 vs 64.0).
- •Essex Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (12% vs 8%).
- •Essex Primary School is the larger school with 807 students compared with 453.
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 Sir John Heron Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Essex Primary School ranks higher (69.9 vs 64.0 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 Sir John Heron Primary School?
About 568 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Essex Primary School: 807. Sir John Heron Primary School: 453. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Essex Primary School and Sir John Heron Primary School rank in London?
Essex Primary School is 662nd of 1,720 and Sir John Heron Primary School is 838th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).