Haberdashers' Hatcham College vs Harris Academy Merton
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 9.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Haberdashers' Hatcham College
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,375 students
Harris Academy Merton
Mitcham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,371 students
| Measure | Haberdashers' Hatcham College London, London | Harris Academy Merton Mitcham, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 61 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #293 of 640 | #261 of 640 |
| National rank | #1413 of 4,090 | #1224 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,375 | 1,371 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,375 | 1,371 |
| Free school meals | 34.1% | 38.3% |
| Capacity filled | 95.5% | 91.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 50.5 | 53.7 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 54.3% | 59% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 67.3% | 73% |
| EBacc average points | 4.82 | 4.99 |
| A level points per entry | 33.6 | 34.2 |
| town | London | Mitcham |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.habshatcham.org.uk | www.harrismerton.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Harris Academy Merton scores higher on the Success Index (England) (65.5 vs 61.3).
- •Haberdashers' Hatcham College is the larger school with 1,375 students compared with 1,371.
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 Haberdashers' Hatcham College better than Harris Academy Merton?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Academy Merton ranks higher (65.5 vs 61.3 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 Haberdashers' Hatcham College and Harris Academy Merton?
About 9.7 km in a straight line, between London and Mitcham in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Haberdashers' Hatcham College: 1,375. Harris Academy Merton: 1,371. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Haberdashers' Hatcham College and Harris Academy Merton rank in London?
Haberdashers' Hatcham College is 293rd of 640 and Harris Academy Merton is 261st of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).