Monkfrith Primary School vs Salcombe Preparatory School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 465 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Monkfrith Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 5–11
415 students
Salcombe Preparatory School
Southgate · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
159 students
| Measure | Monkfrith Primary School London, London | Salcombe Preparatory School Southgate, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 97 Top 5% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #24 of 1,720 | – |
| National rank | #191 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 5–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 415 | 159 |
| Pupils on roll | 415 | 159 |
| Free school meals | 3.1% | – |
| Capacity filled | 98.8% | 63.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 88% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 25% | – |
| 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 | Southgate |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.monkfrithschool.co.uk | www.salcombeprep.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Monkfrith Primary School is the larger school with 415 students compared with 159.
- •Monkfrith Primary School is a local authority school while Salcombe Preparatory School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Monkfrith Primary School better than Salcombe Preparatory 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 Monkfrith Primary School and Salcombe Preparatory School?
About 465 m in a straight line, between London and Southgate in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Monkfrith Primary School: 415. Salcombe Preparatory School: 159. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Monkfrith Primary School and Salcombe Preparatory School rank in London?
Monkfrith Primary School is 24th of 1,720 and Salcombe Preparatory School is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).