Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls vs Woolwich Polytechnic School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 44 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls
Thamesmead · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,120 students
Woolwich Polytechnic School
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,565 students
| Measure | Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls Thamesmead, London | Woolwich Polytechnic School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 50 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #378 of 640 | #405 of 640 |
| National rank | #1960 of 4,090 | #2190 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 1,120 | 1,565 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,120 | 1,565 |
| Free school meals | 42.2% | 36.1% |
| Capacity filled | 93.3% | 86% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 47.5 | 45.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 45.1% | 46.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 67.5% | 69.2% |
| EBacc average points | 4.07 | 3.71 |
| A level points per entry | – | 30.9 |
| town | Thamesmead | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.woolwichpolygirls.co.uk | woolwichpoly.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls scores higher on the Success Index (England) (50.1 vs 45.7).
- •Woolwich Polytechnic School is the larger school with 1,565 students compared with 1,120.
- •Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls is girls and Woolwich Polytechnic School is boys.
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 Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls better than Woolwich Polytechnic School?
On the Success Index (England), Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls ranks higher (50.1 vs 45.7 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 Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls and Woolwich Polytechnic School?
About 44 m in a straight line, between Thamesmead and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls: 1,120. Woolwich Polytechnic School: 1,565. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls and Woolwich Polytechnic School rank in London?
Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls is 378th of 640 and Woolwich Polytechnic School is 405th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).