All Saints Academy Darfield vs Netherwood Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 1.8 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
All Saints Academy Darfield
Barnsley · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
207 students
Netherwood Academy
Barnsley · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,229 students
| Measure | All Saints Academy Darfield Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber | Netherwood Academy Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 23 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1357 of 1,636 | #226 of 366 |
| National rank | #13558 of 15,697 | #2593 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 207 | 1,229 |
| Pupils on roll | 207 | 1,229 |
| Free school meals | 39.7% | 37.9% |
| Capacity filled | 98.6% | 76.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 57% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 42.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 39.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 62% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.87 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Barnsley | Barnsley |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | allsaintsacademy.org.uk/ | astreanetherwood.org/ |
The verdict
- •Netherwood Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (37.2 vs 22.8).
- •Netherwood Academy is the larger school with 1,229 students compared with 207.
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 All Saints Academy Darfield better than Netherwood Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Netherwood Academy ranks higher (37.2 vs 22.8 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 All Saints Academy Darfield and Netherwood Academy?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Barnsley and Barnsley in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
All Saints Academy Darfield: 207. Netherwood Academy: 1,229. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do All Saints Academy Darfield and Netherwood Academy rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
All Saints Academy Darfield is 1357th of 1,636 and Netherwood Academy is 226th of 366 among primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).