Glenbrook Primary School vs St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 9.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glenbrook Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
153 students
St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
152 students
| Measure | Glenbrook Primary School London, London | St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 53 Top 50% | 84 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #1105 of 1,720 | #252 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #7290 of 15,697 | #1578 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 153 | 152 |
| Pupils on roll | 153 | 152 |
| Free school meals | 64.7% | 23% |
| Capacity filled | 34% | 72.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 71% | 84% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 10% | 28% |
| 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.glenbrookprimary.co.uk | www.st-marymagdalens.richmond.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (83.9 vs 53.2).
- •St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (84% vs 71%).
- •St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (28% vs 10%).
- •Glenbrook Primary School is the larger school with 153 students compared with 152.
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 Glenbrook Primary School better than St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School ranks higher (83.9 vs 53.2 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 Glenbrook Primary School and St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School?
About 9.2 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Glenbrook Primary School: 153. St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School: 152. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Glenbrook Primary School and St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School rank in London?
Glenbrook Primary School is 1105th of 1,720 and St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School is 252nd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).