Ark Isaac Newton Academy vs The Palmer Catholic Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 371 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ark Isaac Newton Academy
Ilford · Academy all-through · Ages 4–18
1,777 students
The Palmer Catholic Academy
Ilford · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,132 students
| Measure | Ark Isaac Newton Academy Ilford, London | The Palmer Catholic Academy Ilford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 86 Top 25% | 54 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #85 of 640 | #347 of 640 |
| National rank | #415 of 4,090 | #1767 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | All-through | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 4–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,777 | 1,132 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,777 | 1,132 |
| Free school meals | 34.3% | 33.3% |
| Capacity filled | 98.7% | 96.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 92% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 32% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 56.7 | 48.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 64.6% | 47.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 84.6% | 74% |
| EBacc average points | 5.38 | 4.39 |
| A level points per entry | 41.7 | 30.9 |
| town | Ilford | Ilford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | isaacnewtonacademy.org/ | www.tpc.academy |
The verdict
- •Ark Isaac Newton Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (85.6 vs 54.1).
- •Ark Isaac Newton Academy is the larger school with 1,777 students compared with 1,132.
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 Isaac Newton Academy better than The Palmer Catholic Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Ark Isaac Newton Academy ranks higher (85.6 vs 54.1 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 Isaac Newton Academy and The Palmer Catholic Academy?
About 371 m in a straight line, between Ilford and Ilford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ark Isaac Newton Academy: 1,777. The Palmer Catholic Academy: 1,132. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ark Isaac Newton Academy and The Palmer Catholic Academy rank in London?
Ark Isaac Newton Academy is 85th of 640 and The Palmer Catholic Academy is 347th of 640 among all-through schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).