Ark Pioneer Academy vs St Catherine's RC School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 312 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
St Catherine's RC School
Barnet · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
470 students
| Measure | Ark Pioneer Academy Barnet, London | St Catherine's RC School Barnet, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 71 Top 25% | 95 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #217 of 640 | #48 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #996 of 4,090 | #315 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 1,107 | 470 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,107 | 470 |
| Free school meals | 39.3% | 4.6% |
| Capacity filled | 92.3% | 99.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 85% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 27% |
| 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 | Barnet |
| region | London | London |
| Website | arkpioneer.org/ | www.st-catherines.barnet.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •St Catherine's RC School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (95.1 vs 70.5).
- •Ark Pioneer Academy is the larger school with 1,107 students compared with 470.
- •Ark Pioneer Academy is a academy school while St Catherine's RC School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 St Catherine's RC School?
On the Success Index (England), St Catherine's RC School ranks higher (95.1 vs 70.5 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 Pioneer Academy and St Catherine's RC School?
About 312 m in a straight line, between Barnet and Barnet in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ark Pioneer Academy: 1,107. St Catherine's RC School: 470. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ark Pioneer Academy and St Catherine's RC School rank in London?
Ark Pioneer Academy is 217th of 640 and St Catherine's RC School is 48th of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).