Harris Academy Ockendon vs Park Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East of England, England, 1.8 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harris Academy Ockendon
South Ockendon · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,440 students
Park Academy
South Ockendon · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
594 students
| Measure | Harris Academy Ockendon South Ockendon, East of England | Park Academy South Ockendon, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 56 Top 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #208 of 460 | #387 of 460 |
| National rank | #1659 of 4,090 | #3233 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,440 | 594 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,440 | 594 |
| Free school meals | 28.3% | 34.7% |
| Capacity filled | – | 79.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 47.3 | 37.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 49.4% | 28.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 67.9% | 48% |
| EBacc average points | 4.44 | 3.08 |
| A level points per entry | 32.6 | – |
| town | South Ockendon | South Ockendon |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.harrisockendon.org.uk | www.parkacademycst.org/ |
The verdict
- •Harris Academy Ockendon scores higher on the Success Index (England) (56.3 vs 24.2).
- •Harris Academy Ockendon is the larger school with 1,440 students compared with 594.
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 Harris Academy Ockendon better than Park Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Academy Ockendon ranks higher (56.3 vs 24.2 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 Harris Academy Ockendon and Park Academy?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between South Ockendon and South Ockendon in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harris Academy Ockendon: 1,440. Park Academy: 594. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harris Academy Ockendon and Park Academy rank in East of England?
Harris Academy Ockendon is 208th of 460 and Park Academy is 387th of 460 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).