Hillcross Primary School vs Poplar Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 898 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillcross Primary School
Morden · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
437 students
Poplar Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
598 students
| Measure | Hillcross Primary School Morden, London | Poplar Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 62 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #890 of 1,720 | #743 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #5453 of 15,697 | #4420 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 437 | 598 |
| Pupils on roll | 437 | 598 |
| Free school meals | 14.3% | 19.1% |
| Capacity filled | 87.8% | 84.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 68% | 70% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 9% | 14% |
| 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 | Morden | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.hillcross.merton.sch.uk | www.poplar.merton.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Poplar Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (67.3 vs 61.9).
- •Poplar Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (70% vs 68%).
- •Poplar Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (14% vs 9%).
- •Poplar Primary School is the larger school with 598 students compared with 437.
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 Hillcross Primary School better than Poplar Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Poplar Primary School ranks higher (67.3 vs 61.9 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 Hillcross Primary School and Poplar Primary School?
About 898 m in a straight line, between Morden and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hillcross Primary School: 437. Poplar Primary School: 598. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hillcross Primary School and Poplar Primary School rank in London?
Hillcross Primary School is 890th of 1,720 and Poplar Primary School is 743rd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).