Leigh Academy Blackheath vs Leigh Academy Halley
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.
Leigh Academy Blackheath
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,060 students
Leigh Academy Halley
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
987 students
| Measure | Leigh Academy Blackheath London, London | Leigh Academy Halley London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 76 Top 25% | 52 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #162 of 640 | #364 of 640 |
| National rank | #767 of 4,090 | #1876 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 1,060 | 987 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,060 | 987 |
| Free school meals | 27.5% | 40.4% |
| Capacity filled | 92.2% | 89.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 55.0 | 48.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 60.5% | 44.2% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 79.1% | 65.9% |
| EBacc average points | 5.24 | 4.72 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | leighacademyblackheath.org.uk/ | www.thehalleyacademy.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Leigh Academy Blackheath scores higher on the Success Index (England) (75.5 vs 52.1).
- •Leigh Academy Blackheath is the larger school with 1,060 students compared with 987.
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 Leigh Academy Blackheath better than Leigh Academy Halley?
On the Success Index (England), Leigh Academy Blackheath ranks higher (75.5 vs 52.1 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 Leigh Academy Blackheath and Leigh Academy Halley?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Leigh Academy Blackheath: 1,060. Leigh Academy Halley: 987. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Leigh Academy Blackheath and Leigh Academy Halley rank in London?
Leigh Academy Blackheath is 162nd of 640 and Leigh Academy Halley is 364th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).