Highgate Primary School vs Highgate School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 874 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highgate Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
472 students
Highgate School
Highgate · Independent all-through · Ages 3–19
1,938 students
| Measure | Highgate Primary School London, London | Highgate School Highgate, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 85 Top 10% | 28 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #233 of 1,720 | #507 of 640 |
| National rank | #1458 of 15,697 | #3047 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–19 |
| Students | 472 | 1,938 |
| Pupils on roll | 472 | 1,938 |
| Free school meals | 11.9% | – |
| Capacity filled | 102.2% | 98.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 80% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 17% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 35.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 0% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 0% |
| EBacc average points | – | 2.45 |
| A level points per entry | – | 51.4 |
| town | London | Highgate |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.highgateprimaryschool.co.uk/ | www.highgateschool.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Highgate Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (84.8 vs 28.3).
- •Highgate School is the larger school with 1,938 students compared with 472.
- •Highgate Primary School is a local authority school while Highgate School is a independent 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 Highgate Primary School better than Highgate School?
On the Success Index (England), Highgate Primary School ranks higher (84.8 vs 28.3 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 Highgate Primary School and Highgate School?
About 874 m in a straight line, between London and Highgate in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Highgate Primary School: 472. Highgate School: 1,938. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Highgate Primary School and Highgate School rank in London?
Highgate Primary School is 233rd of 1,720 and Highgate School is 507th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).