Civitas Academy vs River Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South East, England, 961 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Civitas Academy
Reading · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
374 students
River Academy
Reading · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
373 students
| Measure | Civitas Academy Reading, South East | River Academy Reading, South East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 86 Top 10% | 36 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #271 of 2,471 | #424 of 679 |
| National rank | #1311 of 15,697 | #2652 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 374 | 373 |
| Pupils on roll | 374 | 373 |
| Free school meals | 16.6% | 33.2% |
| Capacity filled | 89% | 31.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 84% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 20% | – |
| 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 | Reading | Reading |
| region | South East | South East |
| Website | www.civitasacademy.co.uk | www.river-academy.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Civitas Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (85.8 vs 36.0).
- •Civitas Academy is the larger school with 374 students compared with 373.
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 Civitas Academy better than River Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Civitas Academy ranks higher (85.8 vs 36.0 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 Civitas Academy and River Academy?
About 961 m in a straight line, between Reading and Reading in South East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Civitas Academy: 374. River Academy: 373. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Civitas Academy and River Academy rank in South East?
Civitas Academy is 271st of 2,471 and River Academy is 424th of 679 among primary schools in South East on the 2025 Success Index (England).