Harlington School vs Plumstead Manor School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 36 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harlington School
Hayes · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–19
1,409 students
Plumstead Manor School
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–19
1,413 students
| Measure | Harlington School Hayes, London | Plumstead Manor School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 34 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #478 of 640 | #596 of 640 |
| National rank | #2745 of 4,090 | #3665 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 1,409 | 1,413 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,409 | 1,413 |
| Free school meals | 44% | 40.1% |
| Capacity filled | 97.5% | 94.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 42.5 | 33.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 40.6% | 21.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 59.8% | 41.2% |
| EBacc average points | 3.94 | 2.71 |
| A level points per entry | 29.9 | 31.0 |
| town | Hayes | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.harlingtonschool.co.uk/ | www.plumsteadmanor.com |
The verdict
- •Harlington School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (34.0 vs 18.3).
- •Plumstead Manor School is the larger school with 1,413 students compared with 1,409.
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 Harlington School better than Plumstead Manor School?
On the Success Index (England), Harlington School ranks higher (34.0 vs 18.3 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 Harlington School and Plumstead Manor School?
About 36 km in a straight line, between Hayes and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harlington School: 1,409. Plumstead Manor School: 1,413. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harlington School and Plumstead Manor School rank in London?
Harlington School is 478th of 640 and Plumstead Manor School is 596th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).