Outwood Academy Bydales vs Parkside Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North East, England, 45 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Outwood Academy Bydales
Redcar · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
832 students
Parkside Academy
Crook · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
833 students
| Measure | Outwood Academy Bydales Redcar, North East | Parkside Academy Crook, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 62 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #55 of 185 | #77 of 185 |
| National rank | #1403 of 4,090 | #1807 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 832 | 833 |
| Pupils on roll | 832 | 833 |
| Free school meals | 26% | 43.5% |
| Capacity filled | 104% | 92.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 46.6 | 46.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 55.9% | 56.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 72% | 69% |
| EBacc average points | 4.50 | 4.01 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Redcar | Crook |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.bydales.outwood.com | parksideacademy.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Outwood Academy Bydales scores higher on the Success Index (England) (61.5 vs 53.4).
- •Parkside Academy is the larger school with 833 students compared with 832.
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 Outwood Academy Bydales better than Parkside Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Outwood Academy Bydales ranks higher (61.5 vs 53.4 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 Outwood Academy Bydales and Parkside Academy?
About 45 km in a straight line, between Redcar and Crook in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Outwood Academy Bydales: 832. Parkside Academy: 833. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Outwood Academy Bydales and Parkside Academy rank in North East?
Outwood Academy Bydales is 55th of 185 and Parkside Academy is 77th of 185 among secondary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).