Ark Burlington Danes Academy vs Harris Academy Bermondsey
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 11 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ark Burlington Danes Academy
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
778 students
Harris Academy Bermondsey
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
781 students
| Measure | Ark Burlington Danes Academy London, London | Harris Academy Bermondsey London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 49 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #387 of 640 | #314 of 640 |
| National rank | #2009 of 4,090 | #1552 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 778 | 781 |
| Pupils on roll | 778 | 781 |
| Free school meals | 60.1% | 52.5% |
| Capacity filled | 64.8% | 67.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 48.1 | 54.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 44.1% | 56.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 71.4% | 71.6% |
| EBacc average points | 4.39 | 5.32 |
| A level points per entry | 36.2 | 30.7 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | burlingtondanes.org/ | www.harrisbermondsey.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Harris Academy Bermondsey scores higher on the Success Index (England) (58.7 vs 49.1).
- •Harris Academy Bermondsey is the larger school with 781 students compared with 778.
- •Ark Burlington Danes Academy is co-educational and Harris Academy Bermondsey is girls.
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 Burlington Danes Academy better than Harris Academy Bermondsey?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Academy Bermondsey ranks higher (58.7 vs 49.1 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 Ark Burlington Danes Academy and Harris Academy Bermondsey?
About 11 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ark Burlington Danes Academy: 778. Harris Academy Bermondsey: 781. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ark Burlington Danes Academy and Harris Academy Bermondsey rank in London?
Ark Burlington Danes Academy is 387th of 640 and Harris Academy Bermondsey is 314th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).