Prendergast Ladywell School vs Rushey Green Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 962 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Prendergast Ladywell School
Lewisham · Academy all-through · Ages 4–16
1,280 students
Rushey Green Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
560 students
| Measure | Prendergast Ladywell School Lewisham, London | Rushey Green Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 49 Top 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #386 of 640 | #1651 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #2008 of 4,090 | #13877 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | All-through | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–16 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,280 | 560 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,280 | 560 |
| Free school meals | 28.8% | 31.3% |
| Capacity filled | 97% | 82.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 59% | 49% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | 1% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 49.2 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 47.7% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 67% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.64 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Lewisham | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.prendergast-ladywell.com | www.rusheygreen.lewisham.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Prendergast Ladywell School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (49.2 vs 20.7).
- •Prendergast Ladywell School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (59% vs 49%).
- •Prendergast Ladywell School does better on ks2: higher standard (3% vs 1%).
- •Prendergast Ladywell School is the larger school with 1,280 students compared with 560.
- •Prendergast Ladywell School is a academy school while Rushey Green Primary School is a local authority 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 Prendergast Ladywell School better than Rushey Green Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Prendergast Ladywell School ranks higher (49.2 vs 20.7 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 Prendergast Ladywell School and Rushey Green Primary School?
About 962 m in a straight line, between Lewisham and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Prendergast Ladywell School: 1,280. Rushey Green Primary School: 560. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Prendergast Ladywell School and Rushey Green Primary School rank in London?
Prendergast Ladywell School is 386th of 640 and Rushey Green Primary School is 1651st of 1,720 among all-through schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).