Highlands Primary School vs Valentines High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 1.1 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
Valentines High School
Ilford · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,357 students
| Measure | Highlands Primary School Ilford, London | Valentines High School Ilford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 89 Top 10% | 78 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #137 of 1,720 | #147 of 640 |
| National rank | #911 of 15,697 | #684 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 676 | 1,357 |
| Pupils on roll | 676 | 1,357 |
| Free school meals | 13.8% | 29.1% |
| Capacity filled | 107.3% | 105.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 87% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 21% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 59.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 76.2% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 84.5% |
| EBacc average points | – | 5.48 |
| A level points per entry | – | 36.2 |
| town | Ilford | Ilford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.highlandsprimary.co.uk | www.valentines-sch.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Highlands Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (89.1 vs 78.1).
- •Valentines High School is the larger school with 1,357 students compared with 676.
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 Valentines High School?
On the Success Index (England), Highlands Primary School ranks higher (89.1 vs 78.1 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 Highlands Primary School and Valentines High School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Ilford and Ilford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Highlands Primary School: 676. Valentines High School: 1,357. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Highlands Primary School and Valentines High School rank in London?
Highlands Primary School is 137th of 1,720 and Valentines High School is 147th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).