Charles Darwin School vs Meridian High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 3.8 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
Meridian High School
Croydon · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
535 students
| Measure | Charles Darwin School Westerham, London | Meridian High School Croydon, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 31 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #491 of 640 | #613 of 640 |
| National rank | #2915 of 4,090 | #3850 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,305 | 535 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,305 | 535 |
| Free school meals | 23.5% | 64.9% |
| Capacity filled | 96.2% | 55.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 38.9 | 34.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 24.4% | 30.2% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 50.7% | 47.2% |
| EBacc average points | 3.25 | 2.98 |
| A level points per entry | 29.5 | – |
| town | Westerham | Croydon |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.cdarwin.com | www.meridianhigh.london |
The verdict
- •Charles Darwin School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (30.9 vs 13.7).
- •Charles Darwin School is the larger school with 1,305 students compared with 535.
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 Meridian High School?
On the Success Index (England), Charles Darwin School ranks higher (30.9 vs 13.7 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 Charles Darwin School and Meridian High School?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Westerham and Croydon in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Charles Darwin School: 1,305. Meridian High School: 535. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Charles Darwin School and Meridian High School rank in London?
Charles Darwin School is 491st of 640 and Meridian High School is 613th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).