Coombe Boys' School vs Harris Academy South Norwood
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 12 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Coombe Boys' School
New Malden · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,007 students
Harris Academy South Norwood
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,008 students
| Measure | Coombe Boys' School New Malden, London | Harris Academy South Norwood London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 72 Top 25% | 48 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #197 of 640 | #392 of 640 |
| National rank | #925 of 4,090 | #2071 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 1,007 | 1,008 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,007 | 1,008 |
| Free school meals | 17.4% | 41.5% |
| Capacity filled | 91.5% | 87.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 54.8 | 48.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 67.4% | 43.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 82% | 60.2% |
| EBacc average points | 5.25 | 4.50 |
| A level points per entry | 21.4 | 30.4 |
| town | New Malden | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.coombeboysschool.org | www.harrissouthnorwood.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Coombe Boys' School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (72.2 vs 47.9).
- •Harris Academy South Norwood is the larger school with 1,008 students compared with 1,007.
- •Coombe Boys' School is boys and Harris Academy South Norwood 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 Coombe Boys' School better than Harris Academy South Norwood?
On the Success Index (England), Coombe Boys' School ranks higher (72.2 vs 47.9 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 Coombe Boys' School and Harris Academy South Norwood?
About 12 km in a straight line, between New Malden and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Coombe Boys' School: 1,007. Harris Academy South Norwood: 1,008. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Coombe Boys' School and Harris Academy South Norwood rank in London?
Coombe Boys' School is 197th of 640 and Harris Academy South Norwood is 392nd of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).