Pimlico Academy vs Westminster Under School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 475 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pimlico Academy
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,079 students
Westminster Under School
27 Vincent Square · Independent all-through · Ages 4–14
275 students
| Measure | Pimlico Academy London, London | Westminster Under School 27 Vincent Square, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 65 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #267 of 640 | – |
| National rank | #1272 of 4,090 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 4–14 |
| Students | 1,079 | 275 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,079 | 275 |
| Free school meals | 58.3% | – |
| Capacity filled | 86.3% | 72.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 54.2 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 57.7% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 75.7% | – |
| EBacc average points | 5.19 | – |
| A level points per entry | 38.6 | – |
| town | London | 27 Vincent Square |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.pimlico.futureacademies.org | www.westminster.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Pimlico Academy is the larger school with 1,079 students compared with 275.
- •Pimlico Academy is a academy school while Westminster Under School is a independent 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 Pimlico Academy better than Westminster Under School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Pimlico Academy and Westminster Under School?
About 475 m in a straight line, between London and 27 Vincent Square in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Pimlico Academy: 1,079. Westminster Under School: 275. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Pimlico Academy and Westminster Under School rank in London?
Pimlico Academy is 267th of 640 and Westminster Under School is unranked among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).