John Ruskin Primary School and Language Classes vs St Joseph's Catholic Junior School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 440 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Ruskin Primary School and Language Classes
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
452 students
St Joseph's Catholic Junior School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 7–11
209 students
| Measure | John Ruskin Primary School and Language Classes London, London | St Joseph's Catholic Junior School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 45 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1280 of 1,720 | #1332 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #8999 of 15,697 | #9562 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 7–11 |
| Students | 452 | 209 |
| Pupils on roll | 452 | 209 |
| Free school meals | 58.2% | 50.7% |
| Capacity filled | 82.2% | 87.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 68% | 67% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 7% | 6% |
| 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.johnruskin.southwark.sch.uk | www.stjosephs.southwark.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •John Ruskin Primary School and Language Classes scores higher on the Success Index (England) (45.3 vs 42.8).
- •John Ruskin Primary School and Language Classes does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (68% vs 67%).
- •John Ruskin Primary School and Language Classes does better on ks2: higher standard (7% vs 6%).
- •John Ruskin Primary School and Language Classes is the larger school with 452 students compared with 209.
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 John Ruskin Primary School and Language Classes better than St Joseph's Catholic Junior School?
On the Success Index (England), John Ruskin Primary School and Language Classes ranks higher (45.3 vs 42.8 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 John Ruskin Primary School and Language Classes and St Joseph's Catholic Junior School?
About 440 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
John Ruskin Primary School and Language Classes: 452. St Joseph's Catholic Junior School: 209. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do John Ruskin Primary School and Language Classes and St Joseph's Catholic Junior School rank in London?
John Ruskin Primary School and Language Classes is 1280th of 1,720 and St Joseph's Catholic Junior School is 1332nd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).