Lister Community School vs Waldegrave School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 28 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lister Community School
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,470 students
Waldegrave School
Twickenham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,470 students
| Measure | Lister Community School London, London | Waldegrave School Twickenham, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 34 Lower 50% | 94 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #475 of 640 | #31 of 640 |
| National rank | #2737 of 4,090 | #143 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,470 | 1,470 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,470 | 1,470 |
| Free school meals | 59% | 10.3% |
| Capacity filled | 94.8% | 118% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 44.1 | 67.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 38.6% | 82.2% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 60.6% | 94.8% |
| EBacc average points | 4.00 | 6.14 |
| A level points per entry | – | 42.0 |
| town | London | Twickenham |
| region | London | London |
| Website | lister.ncltrust.net/ | www.waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Waldegrave School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (94.1 vs 34.2).
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 Lister Community School better than Waldegrave School?
On the Success Index (England), Waldegrave School ranks higher (94.1 vs 34.2 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 Lister Community School and Waldegrave School?
About 28 km in a straight line, between London and Twickenham in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Lister Community School: 1,470. Waldegrave School: 1,470. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Lister Community School and Waldegrave School rank in London?
Lister Community School is 475th of 640 and Waldegrave School is 31st of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).