JFS vs Thomas Tallis School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 25 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
JFS
Harrow · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
2,091 students
Thomas Tallis School
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–19
2,092 students
| Measure | JFS Harrow, London | Thomas Tallis School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 96 Top 5% | 53 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #23 of 640 | #358 of 640 |
| National rank | #100 of 4,090 | #1834 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 2,091 | 2,092 |
| Pupils on roll | 2,091 | 2,092 |
| Free school meals | 5.2% | 31.1% |
| Capacity filled | 96.6% | 107.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 64.6 | 45.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 79% | 43.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 90.9% | 63.8% |
| EBacc average points | 6.01 | 4.10 |
| A level points per entry | 46.1 | 37.4 |
| town | Harrow | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.jfs.brent.sch.uk | www.thomastallisschool.com |
The verdict
- •JFS scores higher on the Success Index (England) (95.5 vs 52.8).
- •Thomas Tallis School is the larger school with 2,092 students compared with 2,091.
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 JFS better than Thomas Tallis School?
On the Success Index (England), JFS ranks higher (95.5 vs 52.8 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 JFS and Thomas Tallis School?
About 25 km in a straight line, between Harrow and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
JFS: 2,091. Thomas Tallis School: 2,092. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do JFS and Thomas Tallis School rank in London?
JFS is 23rd of 640 and Thomas Tallis School is 358th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).