The Brittons Academy vs The Hurlingham Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 28 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Brittons Academy
Rainham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
730 students
The Hurlingham Academy
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
728 students
| Measure | The Brittons Academy Rainham, London | The Hurlingham Academy London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 27 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #513 of 640 | #201 of 640 |
| National rank | #3103 of 4,090 | #934 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 730 | 728 |
| Pupils on roll | 730 | 728 |
| Free school meals | 34.3% | 41.5% |
| Capacity filled | 63.5% | 107.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 39.5 | 58.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 27.9% | 64.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 48.6% | 85.7% |
| EBacc average points | 3.17 | 5.44 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Rainham | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.brittons.havering.sch.uk/ | www.thehurlinghamacademy.org.uk |
The verdict
- •The Hurlingham Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (72.1 vs 27.2).
- •The Brittons Academy is the larger school with 730 students compared with 728.
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 The Brittons Academy better than The Hurlingham Academy?
On the Success Index (England), The Hurlingham Academy ranks higher (72.1 vs 27.2 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 The Brittons Academy and The Hurlingham Academy?
About 28 km in a straight line, between Rainham and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Brittons Academy: 730. The Hurlingham Academy: 728. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Brittons Academy and The Hurlingham Academy rank in London?
The Brittons Academy is 513th of 640 and The Hurlingham Academy is 201st of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).