St Paul's Academy vs Thrive Independent School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 936 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
St Paul's Academy
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,066 students
Thrive Independent School
London · Independent secondary · Ages 11–16
| Measure | St Paul's Academy London, London | Thrive Independent School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 27 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #517 of 640 | – |
| National rank | #3123 of 4,090 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,066 | – |
| Pupils on roll | 1,066 | – |
| Free school meals | 38.9% | – |
| Capacity filled | 88.8% | – |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 40.4 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 26.9% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 50.4% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.44 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.stpaulsacademy.org.uk/ | – |
The verdict
- •St Paul's Academy is a academy school while Thrive Independent School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 St Paul's Academy better than Thrive Independent School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are St Paul's Academy and Thrive Independent School?
About 936 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
How do St Paul's Academy and Thrive Independent School rank in London?
St Paul's Academy is 517th of 640 and Thrive Independent School is unranked among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).