Canary Wharf Secondary vs Lift Beacon High
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 10 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canary Wharf Secondary
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
417 students
Lift Beacon High
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
414 students
| Measure | Canary Wharf Secondary London, London | Lift Beacon High London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 71 Top 25% | 0 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #210 of 640 | #640 of 640 |
| National rank | #960 of 4,090 | #4090 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 417 | 414 |
| Pupils on roll | 417 | 414 |
| Free school meals | 28.5% | 73.5% |
| Capacity filled | 90.3% | 69% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 52.9 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 57.1% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 70.5% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.73 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.canarywharfcollege.co.uk | www.liftbeaconhigh.org/ |
The verdict
- •Canary Wharf Secondary scores higher on the Success Index (England) (71.4 vs 0.2).
- •Canary Wharf Secondary is the larger school with 417 students compared with 414.
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 Canary Wharf Secondary better than Lift Beacon High?
On the Success Index (England), Canary Wharf Secondary ranks higher (71.4 vs 0.2 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 Canary Wharf Secondary and Lift Beacon High?
About 10 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Canary Wharf Secondary: 417. Lift Beacon High: 414. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Canary Wharf Secondary and Lift Beacon High rank in London?
Canary Wharf Secondary is 210th of 640 and Lift Beacon High is 640th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).