St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School vs St James Senior Girls' School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 815 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
220 students
St James Senior Girls' School
London · Independent secondary · Ages 11–18
180 students
| Measure | St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School London, London | St James Senior Girls' School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 82 Top 25% | 31 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #315 of 1,720 | #495 of 640 |
| National rank | #1899 of 15,697 | #2935 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 220 | 180 |
| Pupils on roll | 220 | 180 |
| Free school meals | 23.4% | – |
| Capacity filled | 104.8% | 60% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 89% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 15% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 39.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 0% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 0% |
| EBacc average points | – | 2.34 |
| A level points per entry | – | 40.9 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.sbsp.rbkc.sch.uk | www.stjamesgirls.co.uk |
The verdict
- •St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (81.7 vs 30.6).
- •St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School is the larger school with 220 students compared with 180.
- •St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School is a local authority school while St James Senior Girls' School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School is co-educational and St James Senior Girls' School is girls.
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 St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School better than St James Senior Girls' School?
On the Success Index (England), St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School ranks higher (81.7 vs 30.6 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 St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School and St James Senior Girls' School?
About 815 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School: 220. St James Senior Girls' School: 180. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School and St James Senior Girls' School rank in London?
St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School is 315th of 1,720 and St James Senior Girls' School is 495th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).