Highlands School vs Jo Richardson Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 21 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highlands School
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,694 students
Jo Richardson Community School
Dagenham · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–19
1,696 students
| Measure | Highlands School London, London | Jo Richardson Community School Dagenham, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 81 Top 25% | 61 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #122 of 640 | #300 of 640 |
| National rank | #572 of 4,090 | #1455 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 1,694 | 1,696 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,694 | 1,696 |
| Free school meals | 18.6% | 38% |
| Capacity filled | 106.6% | 99.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 55.6 | 50.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 64.7% | 48.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 79.6% | 69.1% |
| EBacc average points | 5.33 | 4.00 |
| A level points per entry | 36.9 | 37.2 |
| town | London | Dagenham |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.highlands.enfield.sch.uk/ | jorichardson.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Highlands School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (81.1 vs 60.5).
- •Jo Richardson Community School is the larger school with 1,696 students compared with 1,694.
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 Highlands School better than Jo Richardson Community School?
On the Success Index (England), Highlands School ranks higher (81.1 vs 60.5 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 Highlands School and Jo Richardson Community School?
About 21 km in a straight line, between London and Dagenham in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Highlands School: 1,694. Jo Richardson Community School: 1,696. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Highlands School and Jo Richardson Community School rank in London?
Highlands School is 122nd of 640 and Jo Richardson Community School is 300th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).