Harris Academy Clapham vs The Elms Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 794 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harris Academy Clapham
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
802 students
The Elms Academy
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
865 students
| Measure | Harris Academy Clapham London, London | The Elms Academy London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 27 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #516 of 640 | #309 of 640 |
| National rank | #3121 of 4,090 | #1521 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 802 | 865 |
| Pupils on roll | 802 | 865 |
| Free school meals | 64.9% | 53.2% |
| Capacity filled | 82.3% | 98.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 42.4 | 52.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 32.2% | 48.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 53% | 77.8% |
| EBacc average points | 3.98 | 4.77 |
| A level points per entry | – | 36.8 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.harrisclapham.org.uk | www.theelmsacademy.org.uk |
The verdict
- •The Elms Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (59.5 vs 26.6).
- •The Elms Academy is the larger school with 865 students compared with 802.
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 Harris Academy Clapham better than The Elms Academy?
On the Success Index (England), The Elms Academy ranks higher (59.5 vs 26.6 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 Harris Academy Clapham and The Elms Academy?
About 794 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harris Academy Clapham: 802. The Elms Academy: 865. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harris Academy Clapham and The Elms Academy rank in London?
Harris Academy Clapham is 516th of 640 and The Elms Academy is 309th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).