Merton Abbey Primary School vs Pelham Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 581 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Merton Abbey Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
204 students
Pelham Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
392 students
| Measure | Merton Abbey Primary School London, London | Pelham Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 33 Lower 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #1520 of 1,720 | #507 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #11722 of 15,697 | #2930 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 204 | 392 |
| Pupils on roll | 204 | 392 |
| Free school meals | 53.4% | 14.5% |
| Capacity filled | 86.4% | 87.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 67% | 76% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 12% |
| 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.mertonabbey.merton.sch.uk/ | www.pelham.merton.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Pelham Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (75.3 vs 32.6).
- •Pelham Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (76% vs 67%).
- •Pelham Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (12% vs 0%).
- •Pelham Primary School is the larger school with 392 students compared with 204.
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 Merton Abbey Primary School better than Pelham Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Pelham Primary School ranks higher (75.3 vs 32.6 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 Merton Abbey Primary School and Pelham Primary School?
About 581 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Merton Abbey Primary School: 204. Pelham Primary School: 392. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Merton Abbey Primary School and Pelham Primary School rank in London?
Merton Abbey Primary School is 1520th of 1,720 and Pelham Primary School is 507th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).