Goodmayes Primary School vs Hilldene Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 7.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Goodmayes Primary School
Ilford · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
643 students
Hilldene Primary School
Romford · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
643 students
| Measure | Goodmayes Primary School Ilford, London | Hilldene Primary School Romford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 64 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #842 of 1,720 | #1173 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #5090 of 15,697 | #7843 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 643 | 643 |
| Pupils on roll | 643 | 643 |
| Free school meals | 28.4% | 24.2% |
| Capacity filled | 94.3% | 89.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 75% | 61% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 9% | 12% |
| 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 | Ilford | Romford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | goodmayesprimary.school | hilldene.havering.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Goodmayes Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (63.7 vs 50.6).
- •Goodmayes Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (75% vs 61%).
- •Hilldene Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (12% vs 9%).
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 Goodmayes Primary School better than Hilldene Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Goodmayes Primary School ranks higher (63.7 vs 50.6 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 Goodmayes Primary School and Hilldene Primary School?
About 7.7 km in a straight line, between Ilford and Romford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Goodmayes Primary School: 643. Hilldene Primary School: 643. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Goodmayes Primary School and Hilldene Primary School rank in London?
Goodmayes Primary School is 842nd of 1,720 and Hilldene Primary School is 1173rd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).