Meridian High School vs Rowdown Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 1.1 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
Rowdown Primary School
Croydon · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
316 students
| Measure | Meridian High School Croydon, London | Rowdown Primary School Croydon, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 14 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #613 of 640 | #1675 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #3850 of 4,090 | #14477 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 535 | 316 |
| Pupils on roll | 535 | 316 |
| Free school meals | 64.9% | 49.2% |
| Capacity filled | 55.7% | 64.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 53% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 0% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 34.2 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 30.2% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 47.2% | – |
| EBacc average points | 2.98 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Croydon | Croydon |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.meridianhigh.london | www.rowdown.factrust.org |
The verdict
- •Rowdown Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (16.7 vs 13.7).
- •Meridian High School is the larger school with 535 students compared with 316.
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 Rowdown Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Rowdown Primary School ranks higher (16.7 vs 13.7 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 Rowdown Primary School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Croydon and Croydon in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Meridian High School: 535. Rowdown Primary School: 316. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Meridian High School and Rowdown Primary School rank in London?
Meridian High School is 613th of 640 and Rowdown Primary School is 1675th of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).