Gascoigne Primary School vs Ripple Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 771 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
Ripple Primary School
Barking · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
856 students
| Measure | Gascoigne Primary School Barking, London | Ripple Primary School Barking, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 32 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1522 of 1,720 | #989 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #11828 of 15,697 | #6208 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,115 | 856 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,115 | 856 |
| Free school meals | 27% | 21.2% |
| Capacity filled | 88.5% | 72.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 59% | 73% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 1% | 5% |
| 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.rippleprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Ripple Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (58.3 vs 32.0).
- •Ripple Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (73% vs 59%).
- •Ripple Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (5% vs 1%).
- •Gascoigne Primary School is the larger school with 1,115 students compared with 856.
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 Ripple Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Ripple Primary School ranks higher (58.3 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 Ripple Primary School?
About 771 m in a straight line, between Barking and Barking in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Gascoigne Primary School: 1,115. Ripple Primary School: 856. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Gascoigne Primary School and Ripple Primary School rank in London?
Gascoigne Primary School is 1522nd of 1,720 and Ripple Primary School is 989th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).