Ackton Pastures Primary Academy vs Half Acres Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 1.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ackton Pastures Primary Academy
Castleford · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
356 students
Half Acres Primary Academy
Castleford · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
424 students
| Measure | Ackton Pastures Primary Academy Castleford, Yorkshire and the Humber | Half Acres Primary Academy Castleford, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 46 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #856 of 1,636 | #863 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #8787 of 15,697 | #8835 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 356 | 424 |
| Pupils on roll | 356 | 424 |
| Free school meals | 18.3% | 21.1% |
| Capacity filled | 100% | 94.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 64% | 65% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | 4% |
| 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 | Castleford | Castleford |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | acktonpastures.inspirepartnership.org.uk/ | www.halfacres.com/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (46.4 vs 46.2).
- •Half Acres Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (65% vs 64%).
- •Half Acres Primary Academy is the larger school with 424 students compared with 356.
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 Ackton Pastures Primary Academy better than Half Acres Primary Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Ackton Pastures Primary Academy and Half Acres Primary Academy?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Castleford and Castleford in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ackton Pastures Primary Academy: 356. Half Acres Primary Academy: 424. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ackton Pastures Primary Academy and Half Acres Primary Academy rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Ackton Pastures Primary Academy is 856th of 1,636 and Half Acres Primary Academy is 863rd of 1,636 among primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).