Highlands Primary School vs Penwortham Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 21 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highlands Primary School
Ilford · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
676 students
Penwortham Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
675 students
| Measure | Highlands Primary School Ilford, London | Penwortham Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 89 Top 10% | 76 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #137 of 1,720 | #487 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #911 of 15,697 | #2825 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 676 | 675 |
| Pupils on roll | 676 | 675 |
| Free school meals | 13.8% | 15.8% |
| Capacity filled | 107.3% | 98.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 87% | 72% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 21% | 23% |
| 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 | Ilford | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.highlandsprimary.co.uk | www.penwortham.wandsworth.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Highlands Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (89.1 vs 75.9).
- •Highlands Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (87% vs 72%).
- •Penwortham Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (23% vs 21%).
- •Highlands Primary School is the larger school with 676 students compared with 675.
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 Highlands Primary School better than Penwortham Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Highlands Primary School ranks higher (89.1 vs 75.9 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 Highlands Primary School and Penwortham Primary School?
About 21 km in a straight line, between Ilford and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Highlands Primary School: 676. Penwortham Primary School: 675. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Highlands Primary School and Penwortham Primary School rank in London?
Highlands Primary School is 137th of 1,720 and Penwortham Primary School is 487th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).