Marathon Science School vs St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 866 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marathon Science School
London · Independent all-through · Ages 10–19
35 students
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
213 students
| Measure | Marathon Science School London, London | St Joseph's Catholic Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #1400 of 1,720 |
| National rank | – | #10325 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Academy |
| Type | All-through | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 10–19 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 35 | 213 |
| Pupils on roll | 35 | 213 |
| Free school meals | – | 25.9% |
| Capacity filled | 29.2% | 101.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| 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.marathonschool.com | www.stjosephsprimary.org.uk |
The verdict
- •St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is the larger school with 213 students compared with 35.
- •Marathon Science School is a independent school while St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a academy school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Marathon Science School is boys and St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is co-educational.
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 Marathon Science School better than St Joseph's Catholic 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 Marathon Science School and St Joseph's Catholic Primary School?
About 866 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Marathon Science School: 35. St Joseph's Catholic Primary School: 213. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Marathon Science School and St Joseph's Catholic Primary School rank in London?
Marathon Science School is unranked and St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is 1400th of 1,720 among all-through schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).