Emerson Park Academy vs Hall Mead School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 1.4 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Park Academy
Hornchurch · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,020 students
Hall Mead School
Upminster · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,068 students
| Measure | Emerson Park Academy Hornchurch, London | Hall Mead School Upminster, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 53 Top 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #361 of 640 | #170 of 640 |
| National rank | #1848 of 4,090 | #799 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,020 | 1,068 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,020 | 1,068 |
| Free school meals | 24.9% | 13.9% |
| Capacity filled | 106.3% | 108.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 44.7 | 50.1 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 44.9% | 51% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 66.7% | 74.8% |
| EBacc average points | 3.83 | 4.73 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Hornchurch | Upminster |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.emersonparkacademy.org/ | www.hallmeadschool.com/ |
The verdict
- •Hall Mead School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (74.8 vs 52.5).
- •Hall Mead School is the larger school with 1,068 students compared with 1,020.
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 Emerson Park Academy better than Hall Mead School?
On the Success Index (England), Hall Mead School ranks higher (74.8 vs 52.5 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 Emerson Park Academy and Hall Mead School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Hornchurch and Upminster in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Emerson Park Academy: 1,020. Hall Mead School: 1,068. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Emerson Park Academy and Hall Mead School rank in London?
Emerson Park Academy is 361st of 640 and Hall Mead School is 170th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).