Apex Secondary School for Boys vs Read Academy Education
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 395 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Apex Secondary School for Boys
Ilford · Independent secondary · Ages 11–16
39 students
Read Academy Education
Ilford · Independent all-through · Ages 3–16
280 students
| Measure | Apex Secondary School for Boys Ilford, London | Read Academy Education Ilford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 65 Top 50% |
| Region rank | – | #268 of 640 |
| National rank | – | #1274 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 3–16 |
| Students | 39 | 280 |
| Pupils on roll | 39 | 280 |
| Free school meals | – | – |
| Capacity filled | 31.2% | 93.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 47.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 50% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 75% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.78 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Ilford | Ilford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | – | www.readacademy.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Read Academy Education is the larger school with 280 students compared with 39.
- •Apex Secondary School for Boys is boys and Read Academy Education is co-educational.
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 Apex Secondary School for Boys better than Read Academy Education?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Apex Secondary School for Boys and Read Academy Education?
About 395 m in a straight line, between Ilford and Ilford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Apex Secondary School for Boys: 39. Read Academy Education: 280. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Apex Secondary School for Boys and Read Academy Education rank in London?
Apex Secondary School for Boys is unranked and Read Academy Education is 268th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).