Lift Greensward vs Thomas Gainsborough School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East of England, England, 47 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lift Greensward
Hockley · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,605 students
Thomas Gainsborough School
Sudbury · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,603 students
| Measure | Lift Greensward Hockley, East of England | Thomas Gainsborough School Sudbury, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 73 Top 25% | 60 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #108 of 460 | #186 of 460 |
| National rank | #860 of 4,090 | #1486 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,605 | 1,603 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,605 | 1,603 |
| Free school meals | 12.9% | 20.4% |
| Capacity filled | 97.3% | 114.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 49.4 | 46.1 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 55.8% | 45.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 77.3% | 65.4% |
| EBacc average points | 4.16 | 4.17 |
| A level points per entry | 35.1 | 36.1 |
| town | Hockley | Sudbury |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | sites.google.com/aetinet.org/greenswardwebsite/home | tgschool.net/ |
The verdict
- •Lift Greensward scores higher on the Success Index (England) (73.4 vs 60.0).
- •Lift Greensward is the larger school with 1,605 students compared with 1,603.
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 Lift Greensward better than Thomas Gainsborough School?
On the Success Index (England), Lift Greensward ranks higher (73.4 vs 60.0 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 Lift Greensward and Thomas Gainsborough School?
About 47 km in a straight line, between Hockley and Sudbury in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Lift Greensward: 1,605. Thomas Gainsborough School: 1,603. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Lift Greensward and Thomas Gainsborough School rank in East of England?
Lift Greensward is 108th of 460 and Thomas Gainsborough School is 186th of 460 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).