Ark Putney Academy vs Michaela Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 13 km 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
Michaela Community School
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
747 students
| Measure | Ark Putney Academy London, London | Michaela Community School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 41 Lower 50% | 83 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #434 of 640 | #112 of 640 |
| National rank | #2405 of 4,090 | #524 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 746 | 747 |
| Pupils on roll | 746 | 747 |
| Free school meals | 62.8% | 39.7% |
| Capacity filled | 62.2% | 88.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 46.3 | 77.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 42.6% | 97.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 71.6% | 99.1% |
| EBacc average points | 4.41 | 7.50 |
| A level points per entry | 31.9 | 48.1 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | arkputney.org/ | michaela.education/ |
The verdict
- •Michaela Community School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (82.5 vs 41.0).
- •Michaela Community School is the larger school with 747 students compared with 746.
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 Michaela Community School?
On the Success Index (England), Michaela Community School ranks higher (82.5 vs 41.0 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 Putney Academy and Michaela Community School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ark Putney Academy: 746. Michaela Community School: 747. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ark Putney Academy and Michaela Community School rank in London?
Ark Putney Academy is 434th of 640 and Michaela Community School is 112th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).