Alec Reed Academy vs Ark Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two all-through schools in London, England, 7.5 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alec Reed Academy
Northolt · Academy all-through · Ages 3–19
1,639 students
Ark Academy
Wembley · Academy all-through · Ages 3–18
1,639 students
| Measure | Alec Reed Academy Northolt, London | Ark Academy Wembley, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 39 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #454 of 640 | #202 of 640 |
| National rank | #2524 of 4,090 | #936 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | All-through | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 3–19 | Ages 3–18 |
| Students | 1,639 | 1,639 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,639 | 1,639 |
| Free school meals | 45.3% | 41.5% |
| Capacity filled | 86.5% | 99.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 55% | 82% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 8% | 11% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 45.1 | 51.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 39.5% | 50.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 58.6% | 73.2% |
| EBacc average points | 3.99 | 4.92 |
| A level points per entry | 25.4 | 38.3 |
| town | Northolt | Wembley |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.alecreedacademy.co.uk | www.arkacademy.org |
The verdict
- •Ark Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (71.9 vs 38.6).
- •Ark Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (82% vs 55%).
- •Ark Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (11% vs 8%).
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 Alec Reed Academy better than Ark Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Ark Academy ranks higher (71.9 vs 38.6 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 Alec Reed Academy and Ark Academy?
About 7.5 km in a straight line, between Northolt and Wembley in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Alec Reed Academy: 1,639. Ark Academy: 1,639. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Alec Reed Academy and Ark Academy rank in London?
Alec Reed Academy is 454th of 640 and Ark Academy is 202nd of 640 among all-through schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).