Ark Academy vs Michaela Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 325 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ark Academy
Wembley · Academy all-through · Ages 3–18
1,639 students
Michaela Community School
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
747 students
| Measure | Ark Academy Wembley, London | Michaela Community School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 72 Top 25% | 83 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #202 of 640 | #112 of 640 |
| National rank | #936 of 4,090 | #524 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | All-through | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–18 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 1,639 | 747 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,639 | 747 |
| Free school meals | 41.5% | 39.7% |
| Capacity filled | 99.3% | 88.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 82% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 11% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 51.5 | 77.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 50.6% | 97.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 73.2% | 99.1% |
| EBacc average points | 4.92 | 7.50 |
| A level points per entry | 38.3 | 48.1 |
| town | Wembley | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.arkacademy.org | michaela.education/ |
The verdict
- •Michaela Community School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (82.5 vs 71.9).
- •Ark Academy is the larger school with 1,639 students compared with 747.
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 Ark Academy better than Michaela Community School?
On the Success Index (England), Michaela Community School ranks higher (82.5 vs 71.9 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 Ark Academy and Michaela Community School?
About 325 m in a straight line, between Wembley and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ark Academy: 1,639. Michaela Community School: 747. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ark Academy and Michaela Community School rank in London?
Ark Academy is 202nd of 640 and Michaela Community School is 112th of 640 among all-through schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).