Fitzjohn's Primary School vs St James the Great Roman Catholic Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 11 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fitzjohn's Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
228 students
St James the Great Roman Catholic Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
228 students
| Measure | Fitzjohn's Primary School London, London | St James the Great Roman Catholic Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 87 Top 10% | 68 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #188 of 1,720 | #736 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #1206 of 15,697 | #4376 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 228 | 228 |
| Pupils on roll | 228 | 228 |
| Free school meals | 13.2% | 43% |
| Capacity filled | 108.6% | 108.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 81% | 75% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 22% | 18% |
| 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.fitzjohns.camden.sch.uk/ | www.stjamesthegreat.southwark.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Fitzjohn's Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (86.6 vs 67.5).
- •Fitzjohn's Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (81% vs 75%).
- •Fitzjohn's Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (22% vs 18%).
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 Fitzjohn's Primary School better than St James the Great Roman Catholic Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Fitzjohn's Primary School ranks higher (86.6 vs 67.5 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 Fitzjohn's Primary School and St James the Great Roman Catholic Primary School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Fitzjohn's Primary School: 228. St James the Great Roman Catholic Primary School: 228. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Fitzjohn's Primary School and St James the Great Roman Catholic Primary School rank in London?
Fitzjohn's Primary School is 188th of 1,720 and St James the Great Roman Catholic Primary School is 736th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).