Elmwood Junior School vs Harris Invictus Academy Croydon
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 660 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elmwood Junior School
Croydon · Local authority primary · Ages 7–11
464 students
Harris Invictus Academy Croydon
Croydon · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
963 students
| Measure | Elmwood Junior School Croydon, London | Harris Invictus Academy Croydon Croydon, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 45 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1284 of 1,720 | #456 of 640 |
| National rank | #9043 of 15,697 | #2536 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 464 | 963 |
| Pupils on roll | 464 | 963 |
| Free school meals | 40.7% | 51.2% |
| Capacity filled | 96.7% | 107% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 66% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 7% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 45.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 46.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 61.9% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.26 |
| A level points per entry | – | 27.0 |
| town | Croydon | Croydon |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.elmwood-jun.croydon.sch.uk/ | www.harrisinvictus.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Elmwood Junior School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (45.1 vs 38.4).
- •Harris Invictus Academy Croydon is the larger school with 963 students compared with 464.
- •Elmwood Junior School is a local authority school while Harris Invictus Academy Croydon is a academy 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 Elmwood Junior School better than Harris Invictus Academy Croydon?
On the Success Index (England), Elmwood Junior School ranks higher (45.1 vs 38.4 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 Elmwood Junior School and Harris Invictus Academy Croydon?
About 660 m in a straight line, between Croydon and Croydon in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Elmwood Junior School: 464. Harris Invictus Academy Croydon: 963. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Elmwood Junior School and Harris Invictus Academy Croydon rank in London?
Elmwood Junior School is 1284th of 1,720 and Harris Invictus Academy Croydon is 456th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).