John Hampden Grammar School vs Wycombe High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in South East, England, 282 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Hampden Grammar School
High Wycombe · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,281 students
Wycombe High School
High Wycombe · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,371 students
| Measure | John Hampden Grammar School High Wycombe, South East | Wycombe High School High Wycombe, South East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 97 Top 5% | 96 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #21 of 679 | #30 of 679 |
| National rank | #63 of 4,090 | #86 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,281 | 1,371 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,281 | 1,371 |
| Free school meals | 5.4% | 9.3% |
| Capacity filled | 111.4% | 108.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 72.3 | 73.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 97.8% | 96.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 99.4% | 99.5% |
| EBacc average points | 6.69 | 7.16 |
| A level points per entry | 42.2 | 42.2 |
| town | High Wycombe | High Wycombe |
| region | South East | South East |
| Website | www.jhgs.bucks.sch.uk | www.whs.bucks.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (96.6 vs 95.9).
- •Wycombe High School is the larger school with 1,371 students compared with 1,281.
- •John Hampden Grammar School is boys and Wycombe High School 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 John Hampden Grammar School better than Wycombe High 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 John Hampden Grammar School and Wycombe High School?
About 282 m in a straight line, between High Wycombe and High Wycombe in South East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
John Hampden Grammar School: 1,281. Wycombe High School: 1,371. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do John Hampden Grammar School and Wycombe High School rank in South East?
John Hampden Grammar School is 21st of 679 and Wycombe High School is 30th of 679 among secondary schools in South East on the 2025 Success Index (England).