Bower Park Academy vs Marshalls Park Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 1.7 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
Marshalls Park Academy
Romford · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,174 students
| Measure | Bower Park Academy Romford, London | Marshalls Park Academy Romford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 24 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #531 of 640 | #450 of 640 |
| National rank | #3240 of 4,090 | #2505 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 965 | 1,174 |
| Pupils on roll | 965 | 1,174 |
| Free school meals | 38.4% | 29.2% |
| Capacity filled | 100.2% | 97.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 37.7 | 42.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 31.4% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 51.8% | 58.4% |
| EBacc average points | 3.22 | 3.92 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Romford | Romford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.bowerpark.co.uk | marshallspark.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Marshalls Park Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (39.0 vs 24.1).
- •Marshalls Park Academy is the larger school with 1,174 students compared with 965.
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 Marshalls Park Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Marshalls Park Academy ranks higher (39.0 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 Marshalls Park Academy?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Romford and Romford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bower Park Academy: 965. Marshalls Park Academy: 1,174. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bower Park Academy and Marshalls Park Academy rank in London?
Bower Park Academy is 531st of 640 and Marshalls Park Academy is 450th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).