Holbeach Primary School vs Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 726 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Holbeach Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
391 students
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
231 students
| Measure | Holbeach Primary School London, London | Holy Cross Catholic Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 36 Lower 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #1458 of 1,720 | #436 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #11007 of 15,697 | #2547 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 391 | 231 |
| Pupils on roll | 391 | 231 |
| Free school meals | 29.1% | 16.9% |
| Capacity filled | 85.2% | 110% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 56% | 83% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 7% | 10% |
| 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.holbeach.lewisham.sch.uk/ | www.holycross.lewisham.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Holy Cross Catholic Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (77.6 vs 36.2).
- •Holy Cross Catholic Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (83% vs 56%).
- •Holy Cross Catholic Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (10% vs 7%).
- •Holbeach Primary School is the larger school with 391 students compared with 231.
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 Holbeach Primary School better than Holy Cross Catholic Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Holy Cross Catholic Primary School ranks higher (77.6 vs 36.2 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 Holbeach Primary School and Holy Cross Catholic Primary School?
About 726 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Holbeach Primary School: 391. Holy Cross Catholic Primary School: 231. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Holbeach Primary School and Holy Cross Catholic Primary School rank in London?
Holbeach Primary School is 1458th of 1,720 and Holy Cross Catholic Primary School is 436th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).