City of London Academy (Southwark) vs Galleywall Primary, City of London Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 455 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
City of London Academy (Southwark)
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,589 students
Galleywall Primary, City of London Academy
London · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
345 students
| Measure | City of London Academy (Southwark) London, London | Galleywall Primary, City of London Academy London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 64 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #277 of 640 | #1150 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #1319 of 4,090 | #7636 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 1,589 | 345 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,589 | 345 |
| Free school meals | 52.5% | 44.3% |
| Capacity filled | 132.4% | 82.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 69% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 9% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 52.9 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 57.8% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 78.3% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.92 | – |
| A level points per entry | 37.6 | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.cityacademy.co.uk/ | galleywall.cola.org.uk |
The verdict
- •City of London Academy (Southwark) scores higher on the Success Index (England) (63.5 vs 51.6).
- •City of London Academy (Southwark) is the larger school with 1,589 students compared with 345.
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 City of London Academy (Southwark) better than Galleywall Primary, City of London Academy?
On the Success Index (England), City of London Academy (Southwark) ranks higher (63.5 vs 51.6 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 City of London Academy (Southwark) and Galleywall Primary, City of London Academy?
About 455 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
City of London Academy (Southwark): 1,589. Galleywall Primary, City of London Academy: 345. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do City of London Academy (Southwark) and Galleywall Primary, City of London Academy rank in London?
City of London Academy (Southwark) is 277th of 640 and Galleywall Primary, City of London Academy is 1150th of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).