Meridian High School vs Mulberry UTC
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 22 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Meridian High School
Croydon · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
535 students
Mulberry UTC
London · Academy secondary · Ages 14–19
536 students
| Measure | Meridian High School Croydon, London | Mulberry UTC London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 14 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #613 of 640 | #616 of 640 |
| National rank | #3850 of 4,090 | #3918 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 14–19 |
| Students | 535 | 536 |
| Pupils on roll | 535 | 536 |
| Free school meals | 64.9% | 44% |
| Capacity filled | 55.7% | 67% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 34.2 | 30.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 30.2% | 17.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 47.2% | 35% |
| EBacc average points | 2.98 | 2.28 |
| A level points per entry | – | 22.5 |
| town | Croydon | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.meridianhigh.london | www.mulberryutc.org |
The verdict
- •Meridian High School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (13.7 vs 11.4).
- •Mulberry UTC is the larger school with 536 students compared with 535.
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 Meridian High School better than Mulberry UTC?
On the Success Index (England), Meridian High School ranks higher (13.7 vs 11.4 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 Meridian High School and Mulberry UTC?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Croydon and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Meridian High School: 535. Mulberry UTC: 536. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Meridian High School and Mulberry UTC rank in London?
Meridian High School is 613th of 640 and Mulberry UTC is 616th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).