Ferry Lane Primary School vs St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 18 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ferry Lane 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 | Ferry Lane Primary School London, London | St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School Bromley, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 45 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1285 of 1,720 | #1068 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #9044 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 | 28.7% | 24.3% |
| Capacity filled | 84.3% | 84.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 62% | 68% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 8% | 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.ferrylaneschool.co.uk/ | www.sjb.lewisham.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (55.2 vs 45.1).
- •St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (68% vs 62%).
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 Ferry Lane Primary School better than St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School ranks higher (55.2 vs 45.1 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 Ferry Lane Primary School and St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School?
About 18 km in a straight line, between London and Bromley in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ferry Lane Primary School: 177. St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School: 177. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ferry Lane Primary School and St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School rank in London?
Ferry Lane Primary School is 1285th 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).