London East Academy vs Swanlea School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 557 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
London East Academy
London · Independent secondary · Ages 11–16
143 students
Swanlea School
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,253 students
| Measure | London East Academy London, London | Swanlea School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 87 Top 10% | 70 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #79 of 640 | #225 of 640 |
| National rank | #372 of 4,090 | #1043 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 143 | 1,253 |
| Pupils on roll | 143 | 1,253 |
| Free school meals | – | 42.1% |
| Capacity filled | 89.4% | 99.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 55.7 | 56.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 65.5% | 63.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 79.3% | 81.2% |
| EBacc average points | 5.41 | 5.25 |
| A level points per entry | – | 35.9 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.londoneastacademy.co.uk | www.swanlea.co.uk |
The verdict
- •London East Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (86.6 vs 69.5).
- •Swanlea School is the larger school with 1,253 students compared with 143.
- •London East Academy is a independent school while Swanlea School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •London East Academy is boys and Swanlea School is co-educational.
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 London East Academy better than Swanlea School?
On the Success Index (England), London East Academy ranks higher (86.6 vs 69.5 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 London East Academy and Swanlea School?
About 557 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
London East Academy: 143. Swanlea School: 1,253. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do London East Academy and Swanlea School rank in London?
London East Academy is 79th of 640 and Swanlea School is 225th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).