Ark Blake Academy vs Robert Fitzroy Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 682 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ark Blake Academy
Croydon · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
759 students
Robert Fitzroy Academy
Croydon · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
573 students
| Measure | Ark Blake Academy Croydon, London | Robert Fitzroy Academy Croydon, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 46 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #399 of 640 | #1102 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #2167 of 4,090 | #7271 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 759 | 573 |
| Pupils on roll | 759 | 573 |
| Free school meals | 50.4% | 25.1% |
| Capacity filled | 63.3% | 76.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 64% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 11% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 45.6 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 50.6% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 63.6% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.28 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Croydon | Croydon |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.arkblake.org | www.robertfitzroyacademy.com |
The verdict
- •Robert Fitzroy Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (53.3 vs 45.9).
- •Ark Blake Academy is the larger school with 759 students compared with 573.
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 Blake Academy better than Robert Fitzroy Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Robert Fitzroy Academy ranks higher (53.3 vs 45.9 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 Blake Academy and Robert Fitzroy Academy?
About 682 m in a straight line, between Croydon and Croydon in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ark Blake Academy: 759. Robert Fitzroy Academy: 573. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ark Blake Academy and Robert Fitzroy Academy rank in London?
Ark Blake Academy is 399th of 640 and Robert Fitzroy Academy is 1102nd of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).