Harris Academy Merton vs The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 1.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harris Academy Merton
Mitcham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,371 students
The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy
Croydon · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
758 students
| Measure | Harris Academy Merton Mitcham, London | The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy Croydon, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 66 Top 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #261 of 640 | #552 of 640 |
| National rank | #1224 of 4,090 | #3386 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,371 | 758 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,371 | 758 |
| Free school meals | 38.3% | 50.9% |
| Capacity filled | 91.4% | 73% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 53.7 | 39.1 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 59% | 31.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 73% | 53.7% |
| EBacc average points | 4.99 | 3.28 |
| A level points per entry | 34.2 | – |
| town | Mitcham | Croydon |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.harrismerton.org.uk | www.lanfranc.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Harris Academy Merton scores higher on the Success Index (England) (65.5 vs 22.0).
- •Harris Academy Merton is the larger school with 1,371 students compared with 758.
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 Merton better than The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Academy Merton ranks higher (65.5 vs 22.0 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 Merton and The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Mitcham and Croydon in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harris Academy Merton: 1,371. The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy: 758. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harris Academy Merton and The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy rank in London?
Harris Academy Merton is 261st of 640 and The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy is 552nd of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).