Rutlish School vs Sydenham School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 11 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rutlish School
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–19
1,471 students
Sydenham School
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,467 students
| Measure | Rutlish School London, London | Sydenham School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 81 Top 25% | 68 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #124 of 640 | #238 of 640 |
| National rank | #588 of 4,090 | #1123 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,471 | 1,467 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,471 | 1,467 |
| Free school meals | 24.3% | 27.8% |
| Capacity filled | 98.1% | 92.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 60.5 | 50.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 67.4% | 48.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 84.5% | 72.5% |
| EBacc average points | 5.54 | 4.64 |
| A level points per entry | 36.7 | 39.3 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.rutlish.merton.sch.uk | www.sydenham.lewisham.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Rutlish School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (80.6 vs 67.7).
- •Rutlish School is the larger school with 1,471 students compared with 1,467.
- •Rutlish School is boys and Sydenham School is girls.
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 Rutlish School better than Sydenham School?
On the Success Index (England), Rutlish School ranks higher (80.6 vs 67.7 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 Rutlish School and Sydenham School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Rutlish School: 1,471. Sydenham School: 1,467. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Rutlish School and Sydenham School rank in London?
Rutlish School is 124th of 640 and Sydenham School is 238th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).