Ken Stimpson Academy vs Queen Katharine Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East of England, England, 1.5 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ken Stimpson Academy
Peterborough · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
996 students
Queen Katharine Academy
Peterborough · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,619 students
| Measure | Ken Stimpson Academy Peterborough, East of England | Queen Katharine Academy Peterborough, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 35 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #335 of 460 | #449 of 460 |
| National rank | #2723 of 4,090 | #3898 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 996 | 1,619 |
| Pupils on roll | 996 | 1,619 |
| Free school meals | 37.9% | 48.3% |
| Capacity filled | 84.4% | 98.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 41.7 | 32.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 39.6% | 22.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 60.4% | 40.5% |
| EBacc average points | 3.57 | 2.70 |
| A level points per entry | 30.4 | 24.5 |
| town | Peterborough | Peterborough |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.kenstimpson.org.uk | www.qka.education |
The verdict
- •Ken Stimpson Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (34.5 vs 12.1).
- •Queen Katharine Academy is the larger school with 1,619 students compared with 996.
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 Ken Stimpson Academy better than Queen Katharine Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Ken Stimpson Academy ranks higher (34.5 vs 12.1 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 Ken Stimpson Academy and Queen Katharine Academy?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Peterborough and Peterborough in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ken Stimpson Academy: 996. Queen Katharine Academy: 1,619. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ken Stimpson Academy and Queen Katharine Academy rank in East of England?
Ken Stimpson Academy is 335th of 460 and Queen Katharine Academy is 449th of 460 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).