Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls vs Hendon School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 159 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls
London · Independent secondary · Ages 11–17
370 students
Hendon School
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,145 students
| Measure | Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls London, London | Hendon School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 83 Top 25% | 40 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #103 of 640 | #444 of 640 |
| National rank | #492 of 4,090 | #2473 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Independent | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–17 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 370 | 1,145 |
| Pupils on roll | 370 | 1,145 |
| Free school meals | – | 42.2% |
| Capacity filled | 107.2% | 90.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 53.6 | 44.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 69.6% | 45.2% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 78.3% | 61.5% |
| EBacc average points | 4.92 | 3.95 |
| A level points per entry | 38.8 | 26.9 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | – | www.hendonschool.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls scores higher on the Success Index (England) (83.3 vs 39.7).
- •Hendon School is the larger school with 1,145 students compared with 370.
- •Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls is a independent school while Hendon School is a academy school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls is girls and Hendon School is co-educational.
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 Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls better than Hendon School?
On the Success Index (England), Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls ranks higher (83.3 vs 39.7 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 Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls and Hendon School?
About 159 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls: 370. Hendon School: 1,145. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls and Hendon School rank in London?
Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls is 103rd of 640 and Hendon School is 444th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).