Gilbert Colvin Primary School vs Ilford County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 640 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gilbert Colvin Primary School
Ilford · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
344 students
Ilford County High School
Ilford · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,115 students
| Measure | Gilbert Colvin Primary School Ilford, London | Ilford County High School Ilford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 57 Top 50% | 94 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #1034 of 1,720 | #29 of 640 |
| National rank | #6580 of 15,697 | #129 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 344 | 1,115 |
| Pupils on roll | 344 | 1,115 |
| Free school meals | 35.6% | 13.4% |
| Capacity filled | 80.2% | 131.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 75% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 75.7 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 97.2% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 98.9% |
| EBacc average points | – | 7.33 |
| A level points per entry | – | 41.2 |
| town | Ilford | Ilford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.gilbertcolvin.co.uk | www.ichs.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Ilford County High School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (94.4 vs 56.5).
- •Ilford County High School is the larger school with 1,115 students compared with 344.
- •Gilbert Colvin Primary School is co-educational and Ilford County High School is boys.
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 Gilbert Colvin Primary School better than Ilford County High School?
On the Success Index (England), Ilford County High School ranks higher (94.4 vs 56.5 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 Gilbert Colvin Primary School and Ilford County High School?
About 640 m in a straight line, between Ilford and Ilford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Gilbert Colvin Primary School: 344. Ilford County High School: 1,115. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Gilbert Colvin Primary School and Ilford County High School rank in London?
Gilbert Colvin Primary School is 1034th of 1,720 and Ilford County High School is 29th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).