Fortismere School vs Norfolk House School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 609 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fortismere School
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,746 students
Norfolk House School
Muswell Hill · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
214 students
| Measure | Fortismere School London, London | Norfolk House School Muswell Hill, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 86 Top 10% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #82 of 640 | – |
| National rank | #388 of 4,090 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 1,746 | 214 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,746 | 214 |
| Free school meals | 14% | – |
| Capacity filled | 105.5% | 82.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 58.1 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 65.9% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 85% | – |
| EBacc average points | 5.33 | – |
| A level points per entry | 37.8 | – |
| town | London | Muswell Hill |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.fortismere.haringey.sch.uk | www.norfolkhouseschool.org |
The verdict
- •Fortismere School is the larger school with 1,746 students compared with 214.
- •Fortismere School is a local authority school while Norfolk House School is a independent 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 Fortismere School better than Norfolk House 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 Fortismere School and Norfolk House School?
About 609 m in a straight line, between London and Muswell Hill in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Fortismere School: 1,746. Norfolk House School: 214. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Fortismere School and Norfolk House School rank in London?
Fortismere School is 82nd of 640 and Norfolk House School is unranked among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).