Leigh Academy Blackheath vs Sherington Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 420 m 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
Sherington Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
436 students
| Measure | Leigh Academy Blackheath London, London | Sherington Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 76 Top 25% | 87 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #162 of 640 | #190 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #767 of 4,090 | #1215 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,060 | 436 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,060 | 436 |
| Free school meals | 27.5% | 15.9% |
| Capacity filled | 92.2% | 103.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 84% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 21% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 55.0 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 60.5% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 79.1% | – |
| EBacc average points | 5.24 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | leighacademyblackheath.org.uk/ | www.sheringtonprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Sherington Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (86.6 vs 75.5).
- •Leigh Academy Blackheath is the larger school with 1,060 students compared with 436.
- •Leigh Academy Blackheath is a academy school while Sherington Primary School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Sherington Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Sherington Primary School ranks higher (86.6 vs 75.5 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 Leigh Academy Blackheath and Sherington Primary School?
About 420 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Leigh Academy Blackheath: 1,060. Sherington Primary School: 436. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Leigh Academy Blackheath and Sherington Primary School rank in London?
Leigh Academy Blackheath is 162nd of 640 and Sherington Primary School is 190th of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).