Heston Community School vs Lampton Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 753 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heston Community School
Hounslow · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,311 students
Lampton Academy
Hounslow · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,528 students
| Measure | Heston Community School Hounslow, London | Lampton Academy Hounslow, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 61 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #299 of 640 | #211 of 640 |
| National rank | #1450 of 4,090 | #966 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,311 | 1,528 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,311 | 1,528 |
| Free school meals | 35.5% | 27.7% |
| Capacity filled | 94% | 101.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 49.6 | 52.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 52.7% | 54.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 75.1% | 73.9% |
| EBacc average points | 4.74 | 5.02 |
| A level points per entry | 35.6 | 38.3 |
| town | Hounslow | Hounslow |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.hestoncommunityschool.co.uk/ | www.lampton.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Lampton Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (71.3 vs 60.6).
- •Lampton Academy is the larger school with 1,528 students compared with 1,311.
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 Heston Community School better than Lampton Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Lampton Academy ranks higher (71.3 vs 60.6 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 Heston Community School and Lampton Academy?
About 753 m in a straight line, between Hounslow and Hounslow in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Heston Community School: 1,311. Lampton Academy: 1,528. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Heston Community School and Lampton Academy rank in London?
Heston Community School is 299th of 640 and Lampton Academy is 211th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).