Ark Ayrton Primary Academy vs Pyrford Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South East, England, 71 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ark Ayrton Primary Academy
Portsmouth · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
495 students
Pyrford Church of England Primary School
Woking · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
494 students
| Measure | Ark Ayrton Primary Academy Portsmouth, South East | Pyrford Church of England Primary School Woking, South East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 54 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1252 of 2,471 | #1073 of 2,471 |
| National rank | #7116 of 15,697 | #6037 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 495 | 494 |
| Pupils on roll | 495 | 494 |
| Free school meals | 62.8% | 7.7% |
| Capacity filled | 97.1% | 97.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 78% | 65% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 5% | 7% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Portsmouth | Woking |
| region | South East | South East |
| Website | www.arkayrtonprimary.org/ | www.pyrford.surrey.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Pyrford Church of England Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (59.1 vs 53.9).
- •Ark Ayrton Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (78% vs 65%).
- •Pyrford Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (7% vs 5%).
- •Ark Ayrton Primary Academy is the larger school with 495 students compared with 494.
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 Ark Ayrton Primary Academy better than Pyrford Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Pyrford Church of England Primary School ranks higher (59.1 vs 53.9 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 Ark Ayrton Primary Academy and Pyrford Church of England Primary School?
About 71 km in a straight line, between Portsmouth and Woking in South East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ark Ayrton Primary Academy: 495. Pyrford Church of England Primary School: 494. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ark Ayrton Primary Academy and Pyrford Church of England Primary School rank in South East?
Ark Ayrton Primary Academy is 1252nd of 2,471 and Pyrford Church of England Primary School is 1073rd of 2,471 among primary schools in South East on the 2025 Success Index (England).