Godwin Junior School vs St James' CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 865 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Godwin Junior School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 7–11
354 students
St James' CofE Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
190 students
| Measure | Godwin Junior School London, London | St James' CofE Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 54 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1091 of 1,720 | #1123 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #7098 of 15,697 | #7436 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 354 | 190 |
| Pupils on roll | 354 | 190 |
| Free school meals | 29.7% | 56.8% |
| Capacity filled | 84.3% | 52.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 62% | 67% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 18% | 14% |
| 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.godwin.newham.sch.uk | www.st-james.newham.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Godwin Junior School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (54.0 vs 52.6).
- •St James' CofE Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (67% vs 62%).
- •Godwin Junior School does better on ks2: higher standard (18% vs 14%).
- •Godwin Junior School is the larger school with 354 students compared with 190.
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 Godwin Junior School better than St James' CofE Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Godwin Junior School ranks higher (54.0 vs 52.6 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 Godwin Junior School and St James' CofE Primary School?
About 865 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Godwin Junior School: 354. St James' CofE Primary School: 190. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Godwin Junior School and St James' CofE Primary School rank in London?
Godwin Junior School is 1091st of 1,720 and St James' CofE Primary School is 1123rd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).