North Kesteven Academy vs Parkside Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East Midlands, England, 56 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Kesteven Academy
Lincoln · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
587 students
Parkside Community School
Chesterfield · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
587 students
| Measure | North Kesteven Academy Lincoln, East Midlands | Parkside Community School Chesterfield, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 20 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #289 of 329 | #265 of 329 |
| National rank | #3547 of 4,090 | #3247 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 587 | 587 |
| Pupils on roll | 587 | 587 |
| Free school meals | 38.3% | 58.6% |
| Capacity filled | 40.2% | 97.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 37.9 | 41.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 23.5% | 31.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 52.9% | 52.2% |
| EBacc average points | 3.31 | 3.57 |
| A level points per entry | 25.0 | – |
| town | Lincoln | Chesterfield |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.nkacademy.co.uk | www.parkside.derbyshire.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Parkside Community School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (24.1 vs 19.9).
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 North Kesteven Academy better than Parkside Community School?
On the Success Index (England), Parkside Community School ranks higher (24.1 vs 19.9 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 North Kesteven Academy and Parkside Community School?
About 56 km in a straight line, between Lincoln and Chesterfield in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
North Kesteven Academy: 587. Parkside Community School: 587. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do North Kesteven Academy and Parkside Community School rank in East Midlands?
North Kesteven Academy is 289th of 329 and Parkside Community School is 265th of 329 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).