Emerson Park Academy vs St Catherine's Catholic School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 14 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
St Catherine's Catholic School
Bexleyheath · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,021 students
| Measure | Emerson Park Academy Hornchurch, London | St Catherine's Catholic School Bexleyheath, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 53 Top 50% | 84 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #361 of 640 | #102 of 640 |
| National rank | #1848 of 4,090 | #487 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,020 | 1,021 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,020 | 1,021 |
| Free school meals | 24.9% | 15.1% |
| Capacity filled | 106.3% | 97.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 44.7 | 55.1 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 44.9% | 58.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 66.7% | 85.2% |
| EBacc average points | 3.83 | 4.96 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Hornchurch | Bexleyheath |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.emersonparkacademy.org/ | www.stccg.co.uk |
The verdict
- •St Catherine's Catholic School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (83.5 vs 52.5).
- •St Catherine's Catholic School is the larger school with 1,021 students compared with 1,020.
- •Emerson Park Academy is co-educational and St Catherine's Catholic School is girls.
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 St Catherine's Catholic School?
On the Success Index (England), St Catherine's Catholic School ranks higher (83.5 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 St Catherine's Catholic School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Hornchurch and Bexleyheath in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Emerson Park Academy: 1,020. St Catherine's Catholic School: 1,021. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Emerson Park Academy and St Catherine's Catholic School rank in London?
Emerson Park Academy is 361st of 640 and St Catherine's Catholic School is 102nd of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).