Sparken Hill Academy vs Worksop Priory Church of England Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 730 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Sparken Hill Academy
Worksop · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
556 students
Worksop Priory Church of England Primary Academy
Worksop · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
235 students
| Measure | Sparken Hill Academy Worksop, East Midlands | Worksop Priory Church of England Primary Academy Worksop, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 33 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1053 of 1,516 | #971 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #11554 of 15,697 | #10918 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 556 | 235 |
| Pupils on roll | 556 | 235 |
| Free school meals | 41.5% | 34.6% |
| Capacity filled | 96.7% | 111.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 62% | 63% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | 3% |
| 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 | Worksop | Worksop |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.sparkenhillacademy.com | prioryce.notts.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Worksop Priory Church of England Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (36.6 vs 33.4).
- •Worksop Priory Church of England Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (63% vs 62%).
- •Sparken Hill Academy is the larger school with 556 students compared with 235.
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 Sparken Hill Academy better than Worksop Priory Church of England Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Worksop Priory Church of England Primary Academy ranks higher (36.6 vs 33.4 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 Sparken Hill Academy and Worksop Priory Church of England Primary Academy?
About 730 m in a straight line, between Worksop and Worksop in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Sparken Hill Academy: 556. Worksop Priory Church of England Primary Academy: 235. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Sparken Hill Academy and Worksop Priory Church of England Primary Academy rank in East Midlands?
Sparken Hill Academy is 1053rd of 1,516 and Worksop Priory Church of England Primary Academy is 971st of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).