Charles Darwin School vs Harris Academy Beckenham
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 11 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Charles Darwin School
Westerham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,305 students
Harris Academy Beckenham
Beckenham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,302 students
| Measure | Charles Darwin School Westerham, London | Harris Academy Beckenham Beckenham, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 31 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #491 of 640 | #209 of 640 |
| National rank | #2915 of 4,090 | #957 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,305 | 1,302 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,305 | 1,302 |
| Free school meals | 23.5% | 18% |
| Capacity filled | 96.2% | 108.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 38.9 | 51.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 24.4% | 58.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 50.7% | 79.2% |
| EBacc average points | 3.25 | 4.65 |
| A level points per entry | 29.5 | 31.7 |
| town | Westerham | Beckenham |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.cdarwin.com | www.harrisbeckenham.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Harris Academy Beckenham scores higher on the Success Index (England) (71.5 vs 30.9).
- •Charles Darwin School is the larger school with 1,305 students compared with 1,302.
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 Charles Darwin School better than Harris Academy Beckenham?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Academy Beckenham ranks higher (71.5 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 Charles Darwin School and Harris Academy Beckenham?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Westerham and Beckenham in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Charles Darwin School: 1,305. Harris Academy Beckenham: 1,302. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Charles Darwin School and Harris Academy Beckenham rank in London?
Charles Darwin School is 491st of 640 and Harris Academy Beckenham is 209th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).