Longfield Academy vs Outwood Academy Redcar
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North East, England, 31 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Longfield Academy
Darlington · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
660 students
Outwood Academy Redcar
Redcar · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
656 students
| Measure | Longfield Academy Darlington, North East | Outwood Academy Redcar Redcar, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 40 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #110 of 185 | #159 of 185 |
| National rank | #2468 of 4,090 | #3570 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 660 | 656 |
| Pupils on roll | 660 | 656 |
| Free school meals | 38.8% | 52.6% |
| Capacity filled | 73.3% | 76.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 42.8 | 37.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 44.3% | 33.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 59.7% | 53.3% |
| EBacc average points | 3.57 | 3.43 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Darlington | Redcar |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | – | www.redcar.outwood.com |
The verdict
- •Longfield Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (39.8 vs 19.7).
- •Longfield Academy is the larger school with 660 students compared with 656.
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 Longfield Academy better than Outwood Academy Redcar?
On the Success Index (England), Longfield Academy ranks higher (39.8 vs 19.7 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 Longfield Academy and Outwood Academy Redcar?
About 31 km in a straight line, between Darlington and Redcar in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Longfield Academy: 660. Outwood Academy Redcar: 656. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Longfield Academy and Outwood Academy Redcar rank in North East?
Longfield Academy is 110th of 185 and Outwood Academy Redcar is 159th of 185 among secondary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).