George Green's School vs Swanlea School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 5.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Green's School
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–19
1,256 students
Swanlea School
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,253 students
| Measure | George Green's School London, London | Swanlea School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 56 Top 50% | 70 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #334 of 640 | #225 of 640 |
| National rank | #1690 of 4,090 | #1043 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,256 | 1,253 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,256 | 1,253 |
| Free school meals | 50.1% | 42.1% |
| Capacity filled | 101.4% | 99.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 49.0 | 56.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 51.8% | 63.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 75.6% | 81.2% |
| EBacc average points | 4.53 | 5.25 |
| A level points per entry | 36.4 | 35.9 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.georgegreens.com/ | www.swanlea.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Swanlea School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (69.5 vs 55.5).
- •George Green's School is the larger school with 1,256 students compared with 1,253.
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 George Green's School better than Swanlea School?
On the Success Index (England), Swanlea School ranks higher (69.5 vs 55.5 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 George Green's School and Swanlea School?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
George Green's School: 1,256. Swanlea School: 1,253. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do George Green's School and Swanlea School rank in London?
George Green's School is 334th of 640 and Swanlea School is 225th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).