James Dixon Primary School vs St John's Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 1.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Dixon Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
425 students
St John's Church of England Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
152 students
| Measure | James Dixon Primary School London, London | St John's Church of England Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 57 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1023 of 1,720 | #1008 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #6512 of 15,697 | #6358 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 425 | 152 |
| Pupils on roll | 425 | 152 |
| Free school meals | 28.5% | 46.1% |
| Capacity filled | 90.2% | 72.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 67% | 75% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 12% | 8% |
| 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.jamesdixon.org.uk/ | www.st-johns.bromley.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (56.8 vs 57.6).
- •St John's Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (75% vs 67%).
- •James Dixon Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (12% vs 8%).
- •James Dixon Primary School is the larger school with 425 students compared with 152.
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 James Dixon Primary School better than St John's Church of England Primary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are James Dixon Primary School and St John's Church of England Primary School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
James Dixon Primary School: 425. St John's Church of England Primary School: 152. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do James Dixon Primary School and St John's Church of England Primary School rank in London?
James Dixon Primary School is 1023rd of 1,720 and St John's Church of England Primary School is 1008th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).