The Compton SchoolSummers Lane , London

Located in London, The Compton School is a secondary school, serving pupils aged 11 to 18. The school is a academy converter and operates as a mixed school. It follows a non-selective admissions policy. It does not have a designated religious character, which may suit families looking for a non-faith school. The school also offers a sixth form, allowing students to continue into post-16 education on site.

The Compton School currently has around 1352 pupils on roll, which is about 100% of its capacity. The gender split is relatively balanced, with approximately 54.2% boys and 45.8% girls. Around 31.3% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which gives an indication of the socio-economic mix. Pupil backgrounds are varied across different backgrounds and needs.

Overall absence at the school is 6.2%. Persistent absence is recorded at 14.8%.

Pupil backgrounds are varied, with other white pupils forming the largest group at around 23.8%. white british pupils make up about 15.4% , followed by other (any other ethnic group) at 15.4%

At its latest Ofsted inspection, the school was rated Outstanding. This indicates exceptional performance across all areas. Safeguarding was judged to be effective, which is a key consideration for many parents.

Around 96% of pupils move on to sustained destinations after Year 11. Most continue into education (96%) , including 55% who stay in school sixth forms and 20% progressing to further education , while 0% enter apprenticeships .