Barnsley Academy vs Swinton Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 11 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barnsley Academy
Barnsley · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
874 students
Swinton Academy
Mexborough · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
870 students
| Measure | Barnsley Academy Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber | Swinton Academy Mexborough, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 42 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #202 of 366 | #222 of 366 |
| National rank | #2368 of 4,090 | #2574 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 874 | 870 |
| Pupils on roll | 874 | 870 |
| Free school meals | 49.3% | 35.2% |
| Capacity filled | 97.1% | 77% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 45.1 | 41.1 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 44.1% | 42.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 61.8% | 61.3% |
| EBacc average points | 4.12 | 3.57 |
| A level points per entry | – | 32.7 |
| town | Barnsley | Mexborough |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | www.barnsley-academy.org | www.swintonacademy.org |
The verdict
- •Barnsley Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (41.6 vs 37.7).
- •Barnsley Academy is the larger school with 874 students compared with 870.
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 Barnsley Academy better than Swinton Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Barnsley Academy ranks higher (41.6 vs 37.7 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 Barnsley Academy and Swinton Academy?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Barnsley and Mexborough in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Barnsley Academy: 874. Swinton Academy: 870. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Barnsley Academy and Swinton Academy rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Barnsley Academy is 202nd of 366 and Swinton Academy is 222nd of 366 among secondary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).