Joseph Hood Primary School vs Poplar 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.
Joseph Hood Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
314 students
Poplar Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
598 students
| Measure | Joseph Hood Primary School London, London | Poplar Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 52 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1143 of 1,720 | #743 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #7603 of 15,697 | #4420 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 314 | 598 |
| Pupils on roll | 314 | 598 |
| Free school meals | 22.1% | 19.1% |
| Capacity filled | 66.5% | 84.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 63% | 70% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 10% | 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 | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.josephhood.merton.sch.uk | www.poplar.merton.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Poplar Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (67.3 vs 51.8).
- •Poplar Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (70% vs 63%).
- •Poplar Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (14% vs 10%).
- •Poplar Primary School is the larger school with 598 students compared with 314.
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 Joseph Hood Primary School better than Poplar Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Poplar Primary School ranks higher (67.3 vs 51.8 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 Joseph Hood Primary School and Poplar Primary School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Joseph Hood Primary School: 314. Poplar Primary School: 598. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Joseph Hood Primary School and Poplar Primary School rank in London?
Joseph Hood Primary School is 1143rd of 1,720 and Poplar Primary School is 743rd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).