Harris Academy Merton vs William Morris Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 78 m 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
William Morris Primary School
Mitcham · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
270 students
| Measure | Harris Academy Merton Mitcham, London | William Morris Primary School Mitcham, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 66 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #261 of 640 | #1271 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #1224 of 4,090 | #8848 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,371 | 270 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,371 | 270 |
| Free school meals | 38.3% | 42.4% |
| Capacity filled | 91.4% | 57.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 67% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 7% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 53.7 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 59% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 73% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.99 | – |
| A level points per entry | 34.2 | – |
| town | Mitcham | Mitcham |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.harrismerton.org.uk | www.bedifferent-federation.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Harris Academy Merton scores higher on the Success Index (England) (65.5 vs 46.2).
- •Harris Academy Merton is the larger school with 1,371 students compared with 270.
- •Harris Academy Merton is a academy school while William Morris Primary 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 Harris Academy Merton better than William Morris Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Academy Merton ranks higher (65.5 vs 46.2 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 William Morris Primary School?
About 78 m in a straight line, between Mitcham and Mitcham in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harris Academy Merton: 1,371. William Morris Primary School: 270. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harris Academy Merton and William Morris Primary School rank in London?
Harris Academy Merton is 261st of 640 and William Morris Primary School is 1271st of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).