Our Lady of Muswell Catholic Primary School vs St James Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 886 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Our Lady of Muswell Catholic Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
432 students
St James Church of England Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
189 students
| Measure | Our Lady of Muswell Catholic Primary School London, London | St James Church of England Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 84 Top 10% | 93 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #244 of 1,720 | #83 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #1524 of 15,697 | #550 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 432 | 189 |
| Pupils on roll | 432 | 189 |
| Free school meals | 17.5% | 9.5% |
| Capacity filled | 102.9% | 80.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 82% | 87% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 21% | 23% |
| 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.ourladymuswell.haringey.sch.uk | www.stjamesprimaryschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •St James Church of England Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (92.5 vs 84.3).
- •St James Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (87% vs 82%).
- •St James Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (23% vs 21%).
- •Our Lady of Muswell Catholic Primary School is the larger school with 432 students compared with 189.
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 Our Lady of Muswell Catholic Primary School better than St James Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St James Church of England Primary School ranks higher (92.5 vs 84.3 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 Our Lady of Muswell Catholic Primary School and St James Church of England Primary School?
About 886 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Our Lady of Muswell Catholic Primary School: 432. St James Church of England Primary School: 189. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Our Lady of Muswell Catholic Primary School and St James Church of England Primary School rank in London?
Our Lady of Muswell Catholic Primary School is 244th of 1,720 and St James Church of England Primary School is 83rd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).