Harris Academy South Norwood vs Harris City Academy Crystal Palace
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 South Norwood
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,008 students
Harris City Academy Crystal Palace
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,191 students
| Measure | Harris Academy South Norwood London, London | Harris City Academy Crystal Palace London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 48 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #392 of 640 | #289 of 640 |
| National rank | #2071 of 4,090 | #1391 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,008 | 1,191 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,008 | 1,191 |
| Free school meals | 41.5% | 39% |
| Capacity filled | 87.7% | 91.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 48.2 | 52.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 43.5% | 57.1% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 60.2% | 74.8% |
| EBacc average points | 4.50 | 4.80 |
| A level points per entry | 30.4 | 32.4 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.harrissouthnorwood.org.uk/ | www.harriscrystalpalace.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Harris City Academy Crystal Palace scores higher on the Success Index (England) (61.7 vs 47.9).
- •Harris City Academy Crystal Palace is the larger school with 1,191 students compared with 1,008.
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 South Norwood better than Harris City Academy Crystal Palace?
On the Success Index (England), Harris City Academy Crystal Palace ranks higher (61.7 vs 47.9 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 South Norwood and Harris City Academy Crystal Palace?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harris Academy South Norwood: 1,008. Harris City Academy Crystal Palace: 1,191. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harris Academy South Norwood and Harris City Academy Crystal Palace rank in London?
Harris Academy South Norwood is 392nd of 640 and Harris City Academy Crystal Palace is 289th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).