Fitzjohn's Primary School vs The Academy School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 269 m 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
The Academy School
London · Independent all-through · Ages 6–14
91 students
| Measure | Fitzjohn's Primary School London, London | The Academy School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 87 Top 10% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #188 of 1,720 | – |
| National rank | #1206 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 6–14 |
| Students | 228 | 91 |
| Pupils on roll | 228 | 91 |
| Free school meals | 13.2% | – |
| Capacity filled | 108.6% | 95.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 81% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 22% | – |
| 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.academyschoolhampstead.com/ |
The verdict
- •Fitzjohn's Primary School is the larger school with 228 students compared with 91.
- •Fitzjohn's Primary School is a local authority school while The Academy School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 The Academy 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 Fitzjohn's Primary School and The Academy School?
About 269 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Fitzjohn's Primary School: 228. The Academy School: 91. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Fitzjohn's Primary School and The Academy School rank in London?
Fitzjohn's Primary School is 188th of 1,720 and The Academy School is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).