Ark Walworth Academy vs South Bank University Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 689 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ark Walworth Academy
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
973 students
South Bank University Academy
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
405 students
| Measure | Ark Walworth Academy London, London | South Bank University Academy London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 35 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #470 of 640 | #518 of 640 |
| National rank | #2698 of 4,090 | #3131 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 973 | 405 |
| Pupils on roll | 973 | 405 |
| Free school meals | 70.6% | 53% |
| Capacity filled | 81.1% | 45% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 43.3 | 41.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 43.6% | 38.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 66.7% | 60.7% |
| EBacc average points | 4.02 | 3.60 |
| A level points per entry | 32.2 | 24.5 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | walworthacademy.org/ | www.southbankua.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Ark Walworth Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (34.9 vs 26.4).
- •Ark Walworth Academy is the larger school with 973 students compared with 405.
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 Walworth Academy better than South Bank University Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Ark Walworth Academy ranks higher (34.9 vs 26.4 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 Walworth Academy and South Bank University Academy?
About 689 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ark Walworth Academy: 973. South Bank University Academy: 405. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ark Walworth Academy and South Bank University Academy rank in London?
Ark Walworth Academy is 470th of 640 and South Bank University Academy is 518th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).