Foxfield Primary School vs Nelson Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 5.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Foxfield Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
666 students
Nelson Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
665 students
| Measure | Foxfield Primary School London, London | Nelson Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 79 Top 25% | 60 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #390 of 1,720 | #931 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #2295 of 15,697 | #5769 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 666 | 665 |
| Pupils on roll | 666 | 665 |
| Free school meals | 31.2% | 44% |
| Capacity filled | 105.7% | 79.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 81% | 72% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 29% | 13% |
| 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.foxfield.org.uk/ | www.nelson.newham.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Foxfield Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (79.0 vs 60.4).
- •Foxfield Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (81% vs 72%).
- •Foxfield Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (29% vs 13%).
- •Foxfield Primary School is the larger school with 666 students compared with 665.
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 Foxfield Primary School better than Nelson Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Foxfield Primary School ranks higher (79.0 vs 60.4 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 Foxfield Primary School and Nelson Primary School?
About 5.2 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Foxfield Primary School: 666. Nelson Primary School: 665. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Foxfield Primary School and Nelson Primary School rank in London?
Foxfield Primary School is 390th of 1,720 and Nelson Primary School is 931st of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).