St Bede's Catholic Primary School vs St James & St John Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 8.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
St Bede's Catholic Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
143 students
St James & St John Church of England Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
143 students
| Measure | St Bede's Catholic Primary School London, London | St James & St John Church of England Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 13 Lower 50% | 86 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #1692 of 1,720 | #213 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #14882 of 15,697 | #1352 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 143 | 143 |
| Pupils on roll | 143 | 143 |
| Free school meals | 44.8% | 27.3% |
| Capacity filled | 60.9% | 73.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 95% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 32% |
| 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.stbedes.uk | www.stjamesandstjohnschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •St James & St John Church of England Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (85.6 vs 13.4).
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 Bede's Catholic Primary School better than St James & St John Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St James & St John Church of England Primary School ranks higher (85.6 vs 13.4 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 Bede's Catholic Primary School and St James & St John Church of England Primary School?
About 8.2 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
St Bede's Catholic Primary School: 143. St James & St John Church of England Primary School: 143. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do St Bede's Catholic Primary School and St James & St John Church of England Primary School rank in London?
St Bede's Catholic Primary School is 1692nd of 1,720 and St James & St John Church of England Primary School is 213th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).