Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College vs Harris Academy Battersea
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 27 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College
Hornchurch · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
882 students
Harris Academy Battersea
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
890 students
| Measure | Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College Hornchurch, London | Harris Academy Battersea London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 54 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #351 of 640 | #329 of 640 |
| National rank | #1794 of 4,090 | #1650 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 882 | 890 |
| Pupils on roll | 882 | 890 |
| Free school meals | 26.8% | 61% |
| Capacity filled | 99.3% | 77.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 45.5 | 49.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 45.7% | 55.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 69.1% | 71.5% |
| EBacc average points | 4.05 | 4.67 |
| A level points per entry | – | 36.1 |
| town | Hornchurch | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.abbscross.net | www.harrisbattersea.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Harris Academy Battersea scores higher on the Success Index (England) (56.4 vs 53.7).
- •Harris Academy Battersea is the larger school with 890 students compared with 882.
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 Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College better than Harris Academy Battersea?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Academy Battersea ranks higher (56.4 vs 53.7 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 Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College and Harris Academy Battersea?
About 27 km in a straight line, between Hornchurch and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College: 882. Harris Academy Battersea: 890. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College and Harris Academy Battersea rank in London?
Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College is 351st of 640 and Harris Academy Battersea is 329th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).