Ark Burlington Danes Academy vs Phoenix Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 861 m 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
Phoenix Academy
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
582 students
| Measure | Ark Burlington Danes Academy London, London | Phoenix Academy London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 49 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #387 of 640 | #326 of 640 |
| National rank | #2009 of 4,090 | #1641 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 778 | 582 |
| Pupils on roll | 778 | 582 |
| Free school meals | 60.1% | 48.5% |
| Capacity filled | 64.8% | 52.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 48.1 | 49.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 44.1% | 54.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 71.4% | 70.7% |
| EBacc average points | 4.39 | 4.62 |
| A level points per entry | 36.2 | 35.1 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | burlingtondanes.org/ | www.phoenix.futureacademies.org |
The verdict
- •Phoenix Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (56.6 vs 49.1).
- •Ark Burlington Danes Academy is the larger school with 778 students compared with 582.
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 Phoenix Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Phoenix Academy ranks higher (56.6 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 Phoenix Academy?
About 861 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ark Burlington Danes Academy: 778. Phoenix Academy: 582. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ark Burlington Danes Academy and Phoenix Academy rank in London?
Ark Burlington Danes Academy is 387th of 640 and Phoenix Academy is 326th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).