Schools in Gainsborough, Yorkshire and the Humber (2025)
2 schools · 598 students · 2 academy · median Pupils on roll 406.
Gainsborough, in Yorkshire and the Humber, has 2 schools in England's 2025 data, together educating about 598 students. By level there are 1 primary, 1 secondary; by sector 2 academy.
2 of the 2 schools qualify for the Success Index (England). The highest-scoring is Kirton Lindsey Primary Academy (59.2, top 50% of primary schools nationally), followed by Kirton Academy (16.2, lower 50% of secondary schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are Kirton Academy (406 students), Kirton Lindsey Primary Academy (192 students).
Ranked schools in Gainsborough
Ordered by Success Index (England). Rank positions shown on each profile are within England and Yorkshire and the Humber.
- 159Kirton Lindsey Primary AcademyGainsborough · Academy Primary– · 192 students
- 216Kirton AcademyGainsborough · Academy Secondary36.7 Attainment 8 · 406 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (England) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kirton Lindsey Primary Academy Gainsborough · Primary · Ages 5–11 | Academy | 59.2 Top 50% | – | 192 |
| 2 | Kirton Academy Gainsborough · Secondary · Ages 11–16 | Academy | 16.2 Lower 50% | 36.7 Attainment 8 | 406 |
Compare the top 2 schools in Gainsborough side by side →
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Gainsborough?
Kirton Lindsey Primary Academy is the highest-ranked school in Gainsborough with a Success Index (England) of 59.2 out of 100 (Top 50% of primary schools in England).
How many schools are in Gainsborough?
Gainsborough has 2 schools (1 primary, 1 secondary) educating 598 students in 2025.
What is the typical Pupils on roll in Gainsborough?
The median Pupils on roll across schools in Gainsborough is 406. Number of pupils in the latest school census.