Elmhurst School Ltd vs Whitgift School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 700 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elmhurst School Ltd
South Croydon · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
126 students
Whitgift School
Haling Park · Independent all-through · Ages 10–18
1,515 students
| Measure | Elmhurst School Ltd South Croydon, London | Whitgift School Haling Park, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #576 of 640 |
| National rank | – | #3514 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Primary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 10–18 |
| Students | 126 | 1,515 |
| Pupils on roll | 126 | 1,515 |
| Free school meals | – | – |
| Capacity filled | 46.3% | 94.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 13.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 0% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 0% |
| EBacc average points | – | 1.29 |
| A level points per entry | – | 47.0 |
| town | South Croydon | Haling Park |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.elmhurstschool.net | www.whitgift.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Whitgift School is the larger school with 1,515 students compared with 126.
- •Elmhurst School Ltd is co-educational and Whitgift School is boys.
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 Elmhurst School Ltd better than Whitgift 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 Elmhurst School Ltd and Whitgift School?
About 700 m in a straight line, between South Croydon and Haling Park in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Elmhurst School Ltd: 126. Whitgift School: 1,515. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Elmhurst School Ltd and Whitgift School rank in London?
Elmhurst School Ltd is unranked and Whitgift School is 576th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).