Leigh Academy Blackheath vs Sutton Grammar School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 20 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
Sutton Grammar School
Sutton · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,061 students
| Measure | Leigh Academy Blackheath London, London | Sutton Grammar School Sutton, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 76 Top 25% | 99 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #162 of 640 | #6 of 640 |
| National rank | #767 of 4,090 | #11 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,060 | 1,061 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,060 | 1,061 |
| Free school meals | 27.5% | 1.3% |
| Capacity filled | 92.2% | 126.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 55.0 | 80.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 60.5% | 99.2% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 79.1% | 100% |
| EBacc average points | 5.24 | 7.46 |
| A level points per entry | – | 47.6 |
| town | London | Sutton |
| region | London | London |
| Website | leighacademyblackheath.org.uk/ | www.suttongrammar.sutton.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Sutton Grammar School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (99.1 vs 75.5).
- •Sutton Grammar School is the larger school with 1,061 students compared with 1,060.
- •Leigh Academy Blackheath is co-educational and Sutton Grammar School is boys.
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 Sutton Grammar School?
On the Success Index (England), Sutton Grammar School ranks higher (99.1 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 Sutton Grammar School?
About 20 km in a straight line, between London and Sutton in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Leigh Academy Blackheath: 1,060. Sutton Grammar School: 1,061. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Leigh Academy Blackheath and Sutton Grammar School rank in London?
Leigh Academy Blackheath is 162nd of 640 and Sutton Grammar School is 6th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).