Highgate Primary School vs Tetherdown Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 997 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
Tetherdown Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
394 students
| Measure | Highgate Primary School London, London | Tetherdown Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 85 Top 10% | 82 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #233 of 1,720 | #300 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #1458 of 15,697 | #1818 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 472 | 394 |
| Pupils on roll | 472 | 394 |
| Free school meals | 11.9% | 3.6% |
| Capacity filled | 102.2% | 93.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 80% | 73% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 17% | 17% |
| 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.highgateprimaryschool.co.uk/ | www.tetherdownschool.org |
The verdict
- •Highgate Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (84.8 vs 82.3).
- •Highgate Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (80% vs 73%).
- •Highgate Primary School is the larger school with 472 students compared with 394.
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 Tetherdown Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Highgate Primary School ranks higher (84.8 vs 82.3 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 Tetherdown Primary School?
About 997 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Highgate Primary School: 472. Tetherdown Primary School: 394. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Highgate Primary School and Tetherdown Primary School rank in London?
Highgate Primary School is 233rd of 1,720 and Tetherdown Primary School is 300th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).