Northbury Primary School vs Uphall Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 766 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northbury Primary School
Barking · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
832 students
Uphall Primary School
Ilford · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
865 students
| Measure | Northbury Primary School Barking, London | Uphall Primary School Ilford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 64 Top 50% | 70 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #839 of 1,720 | #669 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #5056 of 15,697 | #3958 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 832 | 865 |
| Pupils on roll | 832 | 865 |
| Free school meals | 19% | 30.2% |
| Capacity filled | 90.6% | 75% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 69% | 76% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 12% | 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 | Barking | Ilford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.northburyprimary.co.uk | www.uphallprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Uphall Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (69.8 vs 63.9).
- •Uphall Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (76% vs 69%).
- •Uphall Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (14% vs 12%).
- •Uphall Primary School is the larger school with 865 students compared with 832.
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 Northbury Primary School better than Uphall Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Uphall Primary School ranks higher (69.8 vs 63.9 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 Northbury Primary School and Uphall Primary School?
About 766 m in a straight line, between Barking and Ilford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Northbury Primary School: 832. Uphall Primary School: 865. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Northbury Primary School and Uphall Primary School rank in London?
Northbury Primary School is 839th of 1,720 and Uphall Primary School is 669th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).