Croydon Metropolitan College vs Elmhurst School Ltd
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 617 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Croydon Metropolitan College
Croydon · Independent secondary · Ages 14–35
5 students
Elmhurst School Ltd
South Croydon · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
126 students
| Measure | Croydon Metropolitan College Croydon, London | Elmhurst School Ltd South Croydon, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 5 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 14–35 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 5 | 126 |
| Pupils on roll | 5 | 126 |
| Free school meals | – | – |
| Capacity filled | 4.2% | 46.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 13.8 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 10.5% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 21.1% | – |
| EBacc average points | 1.03 | – |
| A level points per entry | 21.0 | – |
| town | Croydon | South Croydon |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.croydonmet.org.uk | www.elmhurstschool.net |
The verdict
- •Elmhurst School Ltd is the larger school with 126 students compared with 5.
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 Croydon Metropolitan College 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 Croydon Metropolitan College and Elmhurst School Ltd?
About 617 m in a straight line, between Croydon and South Croydon in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Croydon Metropolitan College: 5. Elmhurst School Ltd: 126. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Croydon Metropolitan College and Elmhurst School Ltd rank in London?
Croydon Metropolitan College is unranked and Elmhurst School Ltd is unranked among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).