Ark Pioneer Academy vs Lyonsdown School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 804 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ark Pioneer Academy
Barnet · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,107 students
Lyonsdown School
New Barnet · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
139 students
| Measure | Ark Pioneer Academy Barnet, London | Lyonsdown School New Barnet, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 71 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #217 of 640 | – |
| National rank | #996 of 4,090 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,107 | 139 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,107 | 139 |
| Free school meals | 39.3% | – |
| Capacity filled | 92.3% | 56% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 56.0 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 61.6% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 79.7% | – |
| EBacc average points | 5.56 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Barnet | New Barnet |
| region | London | London |
| Website | arkpioneer.org/ | www.lyonsdownschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Ark Pioneer Academy is the larger school with 1,107 students compared with 139.
- •Ark Pioneer Academy is a academy school while Lyonsdown School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Ark Pioneer Academy is co-educational and Lyonsdown School 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 Pioneer Academy better than Lyonsdown School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Ark Pioneer Academy and Lyonsdown School?
About 804 m in a straight line, between Barnet and New Barnet in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ark Pioneer Academy: 1,107. Lyonsdown School: 139. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ark Pioneer Academy and Lyonsdown School rank in London?
Ark Pioneer Academy is 217th of 640 and Lyonsdown School is unranked among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).