The Totteridge Academy vs Underhill School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 805 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Totteridge Academy
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,008 students
Underhill School
Barnet · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
383 students
| Measure | The Totteridge Academy London, London | Underhill School Barnet, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 76 Top 25% | 59 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #161 of 640 | #983 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #756 of 4,090 | #6159 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 1,008 | 383 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,008 | 383 |
| Free school meals | 32.5% | 34.6% |
| Capacity filled | 112% | 75.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 68% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 14% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 58.2 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 71.2% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 88.1% | – |
| EBacc average points | 5.19 | – |
| A level points per entry | 36.8 | – |
| town | London | Barnet |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.thetotteridgeacademy.org.uk | www.underhillschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •The Totteridge Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (75.7 vs 58.5).
- •The Totteridge Academy is the larger school with 1,008 students compared with 383.
- •The Totteridge Academy is a academy school while Underhill School is a local authority 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 The Totteridge Academy better than Underhill School?
On the Success Index (England), The Totteridge Academy ranks higher (75.7 vs 58.5 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 Totteridge Academy and Underhill School?
About 805 m in a straight line, between London and Barnet in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Totteridge Academy: 1,008. Underhill School: 383. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Totteridge Academy and Underhill School rank in London?
The Totteridge Academy is 161st of 640 and Underhill School is 983rd of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).