Balby Central Primary Academy vs Hexthorpe Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 554 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Balby Central Primary Academy
Doncaster · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
448 students
Hexthorpe Primary School
Doncaster · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
439 students
| Measure | Balby Central Primary Academy Doncaster, Yorkshire and the Humber | Hexthorpe Primary School Doncaster, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 27 Lower 50% | 4 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1277 of 1,636 | #1630 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #12825 of 15,697 | #15634 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 448 | 439 |
| Pupils on roll | 448 | 439 |
| Free school meals | 38.2% | 57.8% |
| Capacity filled | 93.3% | 69.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 57% | 21% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 2% | 0% |
| 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 | Doncaster | Doncaster |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | www.balbycentralprimary.co.uk | www.astreahexthorpe.org |
The verdict
- •Balby Central Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (26.9 vs 4.3).
- •Balby Central Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (57% vs 21%).
- •Balby Central Primary Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (2% vs 0%).
- •Balby Central Primary Academy is the larger school with 448 students compared with 439.
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 Balby Central Primary Academy better than Hexthorpe Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Balby Central Primary Academy ranks higher (26.9 vs 4.3 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 Balby Central Primary Academy and Hexthorpe Primary School?
About 554 m in a straight line, between Doncaster and Doncaster in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Balby Central Primary Academy: 448. Hexthorpe Primary School: 439. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Balby Central Primary Academy and Hexthorpe Primary School rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Balby Central Primary Academy is 1277th of 1,636 and Hexthorpe Primary School is 1630th of 1,636 among primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).