Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy vs Lincoln Castle Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East Midlands, England, 29 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy
Sleaford · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
747 students
Lincoln Castle Academy
Lincoln · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
744 students
| Measure | Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy Sleaford, East Midlands | Lincoln Castle Academy Lincoln, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 91 Top 10% | 32 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #15 of 329 | #227 of 329 |
| National rank | #238 of 4,090 | #2878 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 747 | 744 |
| Pupils on roll | 747 | 744 |
| Free school meals | 10.2% | 46.5% |
| Capacity filled | 90.9% | 71.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 61.8 | 40.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 85.1% | 41.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 98.2% | 62.1% |
| EBacc average points | 5.93 | 3.51 |
| A level points per entry | 37.8 | – |
| town | Sleaford | Lincoln |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.kshs.uk | – |
The verdict
- •Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (90.9 vs 31.6).
- •Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy is the larger school with 747 students compared with 744.
- •Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy is girls and Lincoln Castle Academy is co-educational.
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 Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy better than Lincoln Castle Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy ranks higher (90.9 vs 31.6 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 Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy and Lincoln Castle Academy?
About 29 km in a straight line, between Sleaford and Lincoln in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy: 747. Lincoln Castle Academy: 744. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy and Lincoln Castle Academy rank in East Midlands?
Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy is 15th of 329 and Lincoln Castle Academy is 227th of 329 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).