Grange Park Preparatory School vs Highlands School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 1.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Grange Park Preparatory School
London · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
125 students
Highlands School
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,694 students
| Measure | Grange Park Preparatory School London, London | Highlands School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 81 Top 25% |
| Region rank | – | #122 of 640 |
| National rank | – | #572 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 125 | 1,694 |
| Pupils on roll | 125 | 1,694 |
| Free school meals | – | 18.6% |
| Capacity filled | 86.8% | 106.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 55.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 64.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 79.6% |
| EBacc average points | – | 5.33 |
| A level points per entry | – | 36.9 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.gpps.org.uk | www.highlands.enfield.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Highlands School is the larger school with 1,694 students compared with 125.
- •Grange Park Preparatory School is a independent school while Highlands School is a local authority 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 Grange Park Preparatory School better than Highlands 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 Grange Park Preparatory School and Highlands School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Grange Park Preparatory School: 125. Highlands School: 1,694. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Grange Park Preparatory School and Highlands School rank in London?
Grange Park Preparatory School is unranked and Highlands School is 122nd of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).