Poplar Primary School vs Rutlish School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 826 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Poplar Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
598 students
Rutlish School
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–19
1,471 students
| Measure | Poplar Primary School London, London | Rutlish School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 67 Top 50% | 81 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #743 of 1,720 | #124 of 640 |
| National rank | #4420 of 15,697 | #588 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 598 | 1,471 |
| Pupils on roll | 598 | 1,471 |
| Free school meals | 19.1% | 24.3% |
| Capacity filled | 84.5% | 98.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 70% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 14% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 60.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 67.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 84.5% |
| EBacc average points | – | 5.54 |
| A level points per entry | – | 36.7 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.poplar.merton.sch.uk | www.rutlish.merton.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Rutlish School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (80.6 vs 67.3).
- •Rutlish School is the larger school with 1,471 students compared with 598.
- •Poplar Primary School is co-educational and Rutlish School is boys.
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 Poplar Primary School better than Rutlish School?
On the Success Index (England), Rutlish School ranks higher (80.6 vs 67.3 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 Poplar Primary School and Rutlish School?
About 826 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Poplar Primary School: 598. Rutlish School: 1,471. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Poplar Primary School and Rutlish School rank in London?
Poplar Primary School is 743rd of 1,720 and Rutlish School is 124th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).