Orion Ravensbourne vs Pickhurst Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 1.4 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Orion Ravensbourne
Bromley · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,504 students
Pickhurst Academy
West Wickham · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
509 students
| Measure | Orion Ravensbourne Bromley, London | Pickhurst Academy West Wickham, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 46 Lower 50% | 84 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #406 of 640 | #251 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #2199 of 4,090 | #1577 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 7–11 |
| Students | 1,504 | 509 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,504 | 509 |
| Free school meals | 32.6% | 7.9% |
| Capacity filled | 113.1% | 96.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 74% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 25% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 45.0 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 40.7% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 61.8% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.92 | – |
| A level points per entry | 32.6 | – |
| town | Bromley | West Wickham |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.orionravensbourne.org.uk | www.pickhurst.com |
The verdict
- •Pickhurst Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (83.9 vs 45.5).
- •Orion Ravensbourne is the larger school with 1,504 students compared with 509.
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 Orion Ravensbourne better than Pickhurst Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Pickhurst Academy ranks higher (83.9 vs 45.5 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 Orion Ravensbourne and Pickhurst Academy?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Bromley and West Wickham in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Orion Ravensbourne: 1,504. Pickhurst Academy: 509. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Orion Ravensbourne and Pickhurst Academy rank in London?
Orion Ravensbourne is 406th of 640 and Pickhurst Academy is 251st of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).