The Totteridge Academy vs Whitings Hill Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 1.4 km 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
Whitings Hill Primary School
Barnet · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
465 students
| Measure | The Totteridge Academy London, London | Whitings Hill Primary School Barnet, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 76 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #161 of 640 | #494 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #756 of 4,090 | #2847 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,008 | 465 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,008 | 465 |
| Free school meals | 32.5% | 26.7% |
| Capacity filled | 112% | 110.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 77% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 22% |
| 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.whitingshillprimaryschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (75.7 vs 75.8).
- •The Totteridge Academy is the larger school with 1,008 students compared with 465.
- •The Totteridge Academy is a academy school while Whitings Hill Primary 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 Whitings Hill Primary 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 The Totteridge Academy and Whitings Hill Primary School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between London and Barnet in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Totteridge Academy: 1,008. Whitings Hill Primary School: 465. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Totteridge Academy and Whitings Hill Primary School rank in London?
The Totteridge Academy is 161st of 640 and Whitings Hill Primary School is 494th of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).