The Compton School vs The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 25 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Compton School
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,381 students
The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls
Romford · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,381 students
| Measure | The Compton School London, London | The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls Romford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 66 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #256 of 640 | #251 of 640 |
| National rank | #1216 of 4,090 | #1201 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,381 | 1,381 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,381 | 1,381 |
| Free school meals | 35% | 22.5% |
| Capacity filled | 102.3% | 103.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 54.8 | 51.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 51.5% | 45.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 79.1% | 71.1% |
| EBacc average points | 4.96 | 4.64 |
| A level points per entry | 34.8 | 34.1 |
| town | London | Romford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.thecompton.org.uk | www.fbaok.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (65.7 vs 65.9).
- •The Compton School is co-educational and The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls 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 The Compton School better than The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls?
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 The Compton School and The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls?
About 25 km in a straight line, between London and Romford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Compton School: 1,381. The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls: 1,381. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Compton School and The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls rank in London?
The Compton School is 256th of 640 and The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls is 251st of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).