The Judd School vs Tonbridge Grammar School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in South East, England, 817 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Judd School
Tonbridge · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,541 students
Tonbridge Grammar School
Tonbridge · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,150 students
| Measure | The Judd School Tonbridge, South East | Tonbridge Grammar School Tonbridge, South East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 99 Top 5% | 99 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #3 of 679 | #2 of 679 |
| National rank | #18 of 4,090 | #12 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,541 | 1,150 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,541 | 1,150 |
| Free school meals | 2.8% | 2.4% |
| Capacity filled | 122.2% | 91.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 78.4 | 77.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 98.4% | 98.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 98.9% | 99.4% |
| EBacc average points | 7.37 | 7.66 |
| A level points per entry | 47.6 | – |
| town | Tonbridge | Tonbridge |
| region | South East | South East |
| Website | judd.online | www.tgs.kent.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (98.8 vs 99.1).
- •The Judd School is the larger school with 1,541 students compared with 1,150.
- •The Judd School is a local authority school while Tonbridge Grammar School is a academy school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •The Judd School is boys and Tonbridge Grammar 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 The Judd School better than Tonbridge Grammar 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 Judd School and Tonbridge Grammar School?
About 817 m in a straight line, between Tonbridge and Tonbridge in South East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Judd School: 1,541. Tonbridge Grammar School: 1,150. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Judd School and Tonbridge Grammar School rank in South East?
The Judd School is 3rd of 679 and Tonbridge Grammar School is 2nd of 679 among secondary schools in South East on the 2025 Success Index (England).