Glenthorne High School vs London Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 28 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glenthorne High School
Sutton · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,754 students
London Academy
Edgware · Academy all-through · Ages 4–19
1,749 students
| Measure | Glenthorne High School Sutton, London | London Academy Edgware, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 90 Top 10% | 73 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #59 of 640 | #191 of 640 |
| National rank | #283 of 4,090 | #903 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 4–19 |
| Students | 1,754 | 1,749 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,754 | 1,749 |
| Free school meals | 14% | 43.5% |
| Capacity filled | 112.6% | 93.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 86% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 24% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 61.6 | 51.7 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 75.2% | 54.1% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 87.8% | 75.3% |
| EBacc average points | 5.80 | 4.78 |
| A level points per entry | 38.9 | 27.3 |
| town | Sutton | Edgware |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.glenthorne.sutton.sch.uk/ | www.londonacademy.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Glenthorne High School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (89.5 vs 72.6).
- •Glenthorne High School is the larger school with 1,754 students compared with 1,749.
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 Glenthorne High School better than London Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Glenthorne High School ranks higher (89.5 vs 72.6 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 Glenthorne High School and London Academy?
About 28 km in a straight line, between Sutton and Edgware in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Glenthorne High School: 1,754. London Academy: 1,749. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Glenthorne High School and London Academy rank in London?
Glenthorne High School is 59th of 640 and London Academy is 191st of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).