Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College vs Sanders Draper
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 598 m 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
Sanders Draper
Hornchurch · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
732 students
| Measure | Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College Hornchurch, London | Sanders Draper Hornchurch, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 54 Top 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #351 of 640 | #411 of 640 |
| National rank | #1794 of 4,090 | #2245 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 882 | 732 |
| Pupils on roll | 882 | 732 |
| Free school meals | 26.8% | 24.7% |
| Capacity filled | 99.3% | 79.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 45.5 | 44.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 45.7% | 30.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 69.1% | 65.8% |
| EBacc average points | 4.05 | 4.07 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Hornchurch | Hornchurch |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.abbscross.net | www.sandersschool.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College scores higher on the Success Index (England) (53.7 vs 44.7).
- •Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College is the larger school with 882 students compared with 732.
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 Sanders Draper?
On the Success Index (England), Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College ranks higher (53.7 vs 44.7 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 Sanders Draper?
About 598 m in a straight line, between Hornchurch and Hornchurch in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College: 882. Sanders Draper: 732. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College and Sanders Draper rank in London?
Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College is 351st of 640 and Sanders Draper is 411th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).