Coombe Wood School vs Elmhurst School Ltd
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 1.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Coombe Wood School
South Croydon · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,162 students
Elmhurst School Ltd
South Croydon · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
126 students
| Measure | Coombe Wood School South Croydon, London | Elmhurst School Ltd South Croydon, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 64 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #274 of 640 | – |
| National rank | #1313 of 4,090 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,162 | 126 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,162 | 126 |
| Free school meals | 31.2% | – |
| Capacity filled | 105.6% | 46.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 52.6 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 55.4% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 74% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.94 | – |
| A level points per entry | 31.1 | – |
| town | South Croydon | South Croydon |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.cws-croydon.co.uk | www.elmhurstschool.net |
The verdict
- •Coombe Wood School is the larger school with 1,162 students compared with 126.
- •Coombe Wood School is a academy school while Elmhurst School Ltd is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Wood School better than Elmhurst School Ltd?
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 Coombe Wood School and Elmhurst School Ltd?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between South Croydon and South Croydon in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Coombe Wood School: 1,162. Elmhurst School Ltd: 126. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Coombe Wood School and Elmhurst School Ltd rank in London?
Coombe Wood School is 274th of 640 and Elmhurst School Ltd is unranked among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).