Bower Park Academy vs Harris Invictus Academy Croydon
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 32 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bower Park Academy
Romford · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
965 students
Harris Invictus Academy Croydon
Croydon · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
963 students
| Measure | Bower Park Academy Romford, London | Harris Invictus Academy Croydon Croydon, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 24 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #531 of 640 | #456 of 640 |
| National rank | #3240 of 4,090 | #2536 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 965 | 963 |
| Pupils on roll | 965 | 963 |
| Free school meals | 38.4% | 51.2% |
| Capacity filled | 100.2% | 107% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 37.7 | 45.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 31.4% | 46.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 51.8% | 61.9% |
| EBacc average points | 3.22 | 4.26 |
| A level points per entry | – | 27.0 |
| town | Romford | Croydon |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.bowerpark.co.uk | www.harrisinvictus.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Harris Invictus Academy Croydon scores higher on the Success Index (England) (38.4 vs 24.1).
- •Bower Park Academy is the larger school with 965 students compared with 963.
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 Bower Park Academy better than Harris Invictus Academy Croydon?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Invictus Academy Croydon ranks higher (38.4 vs 24.1 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 Bower Park Academy and Harris Invictus Academy Croydon?
About 32 km in a straight line, between Romford and Croydon in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bower Park Academy: 965. Harris Invictus Academy Croydon: 963. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bower Park Academy and Harris Invictus Academy Croydon rank in London?
Bower Park Academy is 531st of 640 and Harris Invictus Academy Croydon is 456th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).