Canons High School vs Harris Academy Greenwich
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 28 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canons High School
Edgware · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,139 students
Harris Academy Greenwich
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,138 students
| Measure | Canons High School Edgware, London | Harris Academy Greenwich London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 31 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #490 of 640 | #282 of 640 |
| National rank | #2914 of 4,090 | #1353 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,139 | 1,138 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,139 | 1,138 |
| Free school meals | 29.5% | 32.9% |
| Capacity filled | 89% | 99% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 39.1 | 49.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 35.2% | 54.9% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 48.2% | 73.4% |
| EBacc average points | 3.40 | 4.75 |
| A level points per entry | 28.8 | 35.3 |
| town | Edgware | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.canons.harrow.sch.uk | www.harrisgreenwich.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Harris Academy Greenwich scores higher on the Success Index (England) (62.7 vs 30.9).
- •Canons High School is the larger school with 1,139 students compared with 1,138.
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 Canons High School better than Harris Academy Greenwich?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Academy Greenwich ranks higher (62.7 vs 30.9 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 Canons High School and Harris Academy Greenwich?
About 28 km in a straight line, between Edgware and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Canons High School: 1,139. Harris Academy Greenwich: 1,138. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Canons High School and Harris Academy Greenwich rank in London?
Canons High School is 490th of 640 and Harris Academy Greenwich is 282nd of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).