Drayton Manor High School vs Southgate School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 20 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Drayton Manor High School
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,443 students
Southgate School
Barnet · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,447 students
| Measure | Drayton Manor High School London, London | Southgate School Barnet, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 72 Top 25% | 65 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #208 of 640 | #264 of 640 |
| National rank | #948 of 4,090 | #1233 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,443 | 1,447 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,443 | 1,447 |
| Free school meals | 39.9% | 28.2% |
| Capacity filled | 91.2% | 94.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 56.0 | 51.1 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 62% | 52.1% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 76.9% | 72% |
| EBacc average points | 5.44 | 4.53 |
| A level points per entry | 39.1 | 34.7 |
| town | London | Barnet |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.draytonmanorhighschool.co.uk/ | www.southgate.enfield.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Drayton Manor High School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (71.7 vs 65.3).
- •Southgate School is the larger school with 1,447 students compared with 1,443.
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 Drayton Manor High School better than Southgate School?
On the Success Index (England), Drayton Manor High School ranks higher (71.7 vs 65.3 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 Drayton Manor High School and Southgate School?
About 20 km in a straight line, between London and Barnet in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Drayton Manor High School: 1,443. Southgate School: 1,447. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Drayton Manor High School and Southgate School rank in London?
Drayton Manor High School is 208th of 640 and Southgate School is 264th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).