Herne Hill School vs Jessop Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 603 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Herne Hill School
London · Independent primary · Ages 2–7
304 students
Jessop Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
281 students
| Measure | Herne Hill School London, London | Jessop Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 80 Top 25% |
| Region rank | – | #371 of 1,720 |
| National rank | – | #2208 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–7 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 304 | 281 |
| Pupils on roll | 304 | 281 |
| Free school meals | – | 32.2% |
| Capacity filled | 70.7% | 61.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 85% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 21% |
| 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.hernehillschool.co.uk | www.jessop.lambeth.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Herne Hill School is the larger school with 304 students compared with 281.
- •Herne Hill School is a independent school while Jessop Primary School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Herne Hill School better than Jessop Primary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Herne Hill School and Jessop Primary School?
About 603 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Herne Hill School: 304. Jessop Primary School: 281. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Herne Hill School and Jessop Primary School rank in London?
Herne Hill School is unranked and Jessop Primary School is 371st of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).