Highfield Primary School vs Palmers Green High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 817 m 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
Palmers Green High School
London · Independent all-through · Ages 4–16
174 students
| Measure | Highfield Primary School London, London | Palmers Green High School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 79 Top 25% | 42 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #396 of 1,720 | #426 of 640 |
| National rank | #2348 of 15,697 | #2348 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–16 |
| Students | 672 | 174 |
| Pupils on roll | 672 | 174 |
| Free school meals | 19.6% | – |
| Capacity filled | 97.4% | 60.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 76% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 26% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 47.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 0% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 0% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.53 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.highfield-pri.enfield.sch.uk/ | www.pghs.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Highfield Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (78.7 vs 42.1).
- •Highfield Primary School is the larger school with 672 students compared with 174.
- •Highfield Primary School is a local authority school while Palmers Green High School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Highfield Primary School is co-educational and Palmers Green High School is girls.
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 Palmers Green High School?
On the Success Index (England), Highfield Primary School ranks higher (78.7 vs 42.1 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 Palmers Green High School?
About 817 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Highfield Primary School: 672. Palmers Green High School: 174. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Highfield Primary School and Palmers Green High School rank in London?
Highfield Primary School is 396th of 1,720 and Palmers Green High School is 426th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).