Ark Putney Academy vs Merlin School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 679 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ark Putney Academy
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
746 students
Merlin School
London · Independent primary · Ages 3–8
90 students
| Measure | Ark Putney Academy London, London | Merlin School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 41 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #434 of 640 | – |
| National rank | #2405 of 4,090 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 3–8 |
| Students | 746 | 90 |
| Pupils on roll | 746 | 90 |
| Free school meals | 62.8% | – |
| Capacity filled | 62.2% | 40.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 46.3 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 42.6% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 71.6% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.41 | – |
| A level points per entry | 31.9 | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | arkputney.org/ | www.merlinschool.net |
The verdict
- •Ark Putney Academy is the larger school with 746 students compared with 90.
- •Ark Putney Academy is a academy school while Merlin School is a independent 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 Putney Academy better than Merlin 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 Putney Academy and Merlin School?
About 679 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ark Putney Academy: 746. Merlin School: 90. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ark Putney Academy and Merlin School rank in London?
Ark Putney Academy is 434th of 640 and Merlin School is unranked among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).