Chestnut Grove Academy vs Rutherford House School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 622 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chestnut Grove Academy
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,327 students
Rutherford House School
London · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
376 students
| Measure | Chestnut Grove Academy London, London | Rutherford House School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 74 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #174 of 640 | #523 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #815 of 4,090 | #3032 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 1,327 | 376 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,327 | 376 |
| Free school meals | 29.9% | 16.2% |
| Capacity filled | 107% | 89.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 73% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 17% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 55.1 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 63.5% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 77.5% | – |
| EBacc average points | 5.20 | – |
| A level points per entry | 37.5 | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.chestnutgrove.org.uk/ | www.rutherfordhouseschool.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (74.4 vs 74.8).
- •Chestnut Grove Academy is the larger school with 1,327 students compared with 376.
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 Chestnut Grove Academy better than Rutherford House School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Chestnut Grove Academy and Rutherford House School?
About 622 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Chestnut Grove Academy: 1,327. Rutherford House School: 376. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Chestnut Grove Academy and Rutherford House School rank in London?
Chestnut Grove Academy is 174th of 640 and Rutherford House School is 523rd of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).