Gascoigne Primary School vs Greatfields Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 226 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gascoigne Primary School
Barking · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
1,115 students
Greatfields Primary School
Barking · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
50 students
| Measure | Gascoigne Primary School Barking, London | Greatfields Primary School Barking, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 32 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1522 of 1,720 | – |
| National rank | #11828 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 1,115 | 50 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,115 | 50 |
| Free school meals | 27% | 22% |
| Capacity filled | 88.5% | 7.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 59% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 1% | – |
| 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 | Barking | Barking |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.gascoigneprimaryschool.co.uk | www.greatfieldsprimary.com/ |
The verdict
- •Greatfields Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (46.9 vs 32.0).
- •Gascoigne Primary School is the larger school with 1,115 students compared with 50.
- •Gascoigne Primary School is a local authority school while Greatfields Primary School is a academy 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 Gascoigne Primary School better than Greatfields Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Greatfields Primary School ranks higher (46.9 vs 32.0 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 Gascoigne Primary School and Greatfields Primary School?
About 226 m in a straight line, between Barking and Barking in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Gascoigne Primary School: 1,115. Greatfields Primary School: 50. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Gascoigne Primary School and Greatfields Primary School rank in London?
Gascoigne Primary School is 1522nd of 1,720 and Greatfields Primary School is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).