The Judd School vs Weald of Kent Grammar School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in South East, England, 1.2 km 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
Weald of Kent Grammar School
Tonbridge · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,913 students
| Measure | The Judd School Tonbridge, South East | Weald of Kent Grammar School Tonbridge, South East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 99 Top 5% | 96 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #3 of 679 | #31 of 679 |
| National rank | #18 of 4,090 | #102 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,541 | 1,913 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,541 | 1,913 |
| Free school meals | 2.8% | 3.9% |
| Capacity filled | 122.2% | 77.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 78.4 | 70.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 98.4% | 94.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 98.9% | 98.6% |
| EBacc average points | 7.37 | 6.65 |
| A level points per entry | 47.6 | 40.1 |
| town | Tonbridge | Tonbridge |
| region | South East | South East |
| Website | judd.online | www.wealdgs.org |
The verdict
- •The Judd School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (98.8 vs 95.5).
- •Weald of Kent Grammar School is the larger school with 1,913 students compared with 1,541.
- •The Judd School is a local authority school while Weald of Kent Grammar School is a academy school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •The Judd School is boys and Weald of Kent 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 Weald of Kent Grammar School?
On the Success Index (England), The Judd School ranks higher (98.8 vs 95.5 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 Judd School and Weald of Kent Grammar School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Tonbridge and Tonbridge in South East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Judd School: 1,541. Weald of Kent Grammar School: 1,913. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Judd School and Weald of Kent Grammar School rank in South East?
The Judd School is 3rd of 679 and Weald of Kent Grammar School is 31st of 679 among secondary schools in South East on the 2025 Success Index (England).