Marshalls Park Academy vs St Gregory's Catholic Science College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 34 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marshalls Park Academy
Romford · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,174 students
St Gregory's Catholic Science College
Harrow · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,175 students
| Measure | Marshalls Park Academy Romford, London | St Gregory's Catholic Science College Harrow, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 39 Lower 50% | 89 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #450 of 640 | #67 of 640 |
| National rank | #2505 of 4,090 | #312 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,174 | 1,175 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,174 | 1,175 |
| Free school meals | 29.2% | 12.5% |
| Capacity filled | 97.8% | 111.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 42.9 | 60.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 32.7% | 67.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 58.4% | 85.4% |
| EBacc average points | 3.92 | 5.81 |
| A level points per entry | – | 38.2 |
| town | Romford | Harrow |
| region | London | London |
| Website | marshallspark.org.uk/ | www.stgregorys.harrow.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •St Gregory's Catholic Science College scores higher on the Success Index (England) (88.5 vs 39.0).
- •St Gregory's Catholic Science College is the larger school with 1,175 students compared with 1,174.
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 Marshalls Park Academy better than St Gregory's Catholic Science College?
On the Success Index (England), St Gregory's Catholic Science College ranks higher (88.5 vs 39.0 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 Marshalls Park Academy and St Gregory's Catholic Science College?
About 34 km in a straight line, between Romford and Harrow in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Marshalls Park Academy: 1,174. St Gregory's Catholic Science College: 1,175. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Marshalls Park Academy and St Gregory's Catholic Science College rank in London?
Marshalls Park Academy is 450th of 640 and St Gregory's Catholic Science College is 67th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).