Highfield Primary School vs John Ball Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 19 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highfield Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
672 students
John Ball Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
672 students
| Measure | Highfield Primary School London, London | John Ball Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 79 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #396 of 1,720 | #856 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #2348 of 15,697 | #5195 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 672 | 672 |
| Pupils on roll | 672 | 672 |
| Free school meals | 19.6% | 11.3% |
| Capacity filled | 97.4% | 98.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 76% | 71% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 26% | 6% |
| 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.highfield-pri.enfield.sch.uk/ | www.johnball.lewisham.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Highfield Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (78.7 vs 63.2).
- •Highfield Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (76% vs 71%).
- •Highfield Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (26% vs 6%).
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 Highfield Primary School better than John Ball Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Highfield Primary School ranks higher (78.7 vs 63.2 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 Highfield Primary School and John Ball Primary School?
About 19 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Highfield Primary School: 672. John Ball Primary School: 672. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Highfield Primary School and John Ball Primary School rank in London?
Highfield Primary School is 396th of 1,720 and John Ball Primary School is 856th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).