Arts and Media School Islington vs Saint Gabriel's College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 10 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arts and Media School Islington
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–16
577 students
Saint Gabriel's College
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–16
581 students
| Measure | Arts and Media School Islington London, London | Saint Gabriel's College London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 17 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #606 of 640 | #396 of 640 |
| National rank | #3730 of 4,090 | #2095 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 577 | 581 |
| Pupils on roll | 577 | 581 |
| Free school meals | 67% | 50.2% |
| Capacity filled | 83.6% | 96.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 38.3 | 47.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 27.7% | 43% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 49.2% | 64.5% |
| EBacc average points | 3.25 | 4.23 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.artsandmedia.islington.sch.uk | www.saintgabrielscollege.org/ |
The verdict
- •Saint Gabriel's College scores higher on the Success Index (England) (47.5 vs 16.9).
- •Saint Gabriel's College is the larger school with 581 students compared with 577.
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 Arts and Media School Islington better than Saint Gabriel's College?
On the Success Index (England), Saint Gabriel's College ranks higher (47.5 vs 16.9 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 Arts and Media School Islington and Saint Gabriel's College?
About 10 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Arts and Media School Islington: 577. Saint Gabriel's College: 581. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Arts and Media School Islington and Saint Gabriel's College rank in London?
Arts and Media School Islington is 606th of 640 and Saint Gabriel's College is 396th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).