School Comparison Guide
Primary schools in England
Find primary schools, review KS2 results and compare local options with inspection context.
Overview
Primary school comparison works best when KS2 results are read alongside inspection, phase and local context.
MySchoolHub gives parents a route from broad primary school search to a shortlist that can be compared directly.
What MySchoolHub data includes
MySchoolHub is built around a broader schema than a simple league table. School profiles combine core school metadata with GCSE and KS2 performance, Ofsted inspection history, sixth form outcomes and map-ready location fields.
The backend also supports absence rates, suspensions and permanent exclusions, KS4 destination measures, subject-level GCSE grade distributions, subgroup breakdowns for filtered KS4 performance, and admissions or fee information for specialist entry pages.
That means these comparison pages can target real parent questions like how to compare Progress 8, English and maths, reading and maths scaled scores, destination outcomes, or Ofsted and admissions context in the same research journey.
Primary metrics to review
Start with reading, writing and maths expected-standard and higher-standard outcomes where published.
Scaled scores and subject-level context can help when nearby primary schools look similar at headline level.
From search to shortlist
Filter the school finder to primary phase, apply local authority or map context, then open school profiles for detail.
Use comparison after you have two to five realistic options rather than comparing every local result at once.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main primary school performance metric?
The combined reading, writing and maths expected-standard measure is a useful starting point, but it should be read with wider school context.
Can I compare primary schools side by side?
Yes. Use the primary comparison mode after selecting schools from search or profile pages.