Michael Faraday School vs South Bank University Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 345 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Michael Faraday School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
429 students
South Bank University Academy
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
405 students
| Measure | Michael Faraday School London, London | South Bank University Academy London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 40 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1383 of 1,720 | #518 of 640 |
| National rank | #10103 of 15,697 | #3131 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 429 | 405 |
| Pupils on roll | 429 | 405 |
| Free school meals | 37.5% | 53% |
| Capacity filled | 102.1% | 45% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 65% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 41.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 38.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 60.7% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.60 |
| A level points per entry | – | 24.5 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.michaelfaradayschool.co.uk/ | www.southbankua.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Michael Faraday School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (40.2 vs 26.4).
- •Michael Faraday School is the larger school with 429 students compared with 405.
- •Michael Faraday School is a local authority school while South Bank University Academy is a academy school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Michael Faraday School better than South Bank University Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Michael Faraday School ranks higher (40.2 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 Michael Faraday School and South Bank University Academy?
About 345 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Michael Faraday School: 429. South Bank University Academy: 405. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Michael Faraday School and South Bank University Academy rank in London?
Michael Faraday School is 1383rd of 1,720 and South Bank University Academy is 518th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).