Birstwith Church of England Primary School vs Norland CE School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 41 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Birstwith Church of England Primary School
Harrogate · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
61 students
Norland CE School
Sowerby Bridge · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
61 students
| Measure | Birstwith Church of England Primary School Harrogate, Yorkshire and the Humber | Norland CE School Sowerby Bridge, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 93 Top 5% | 74 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #39 of 1,636 | #288 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #484 of 15,697 | #3206 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 61 | 61 |
| Pupils on roll | 61 | 61 |
| Free school meals | 8.2% | 19.7% |
| Capacity filled | 70.1% | 58.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 91% | 80% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 18% | 10% |
| 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 | Harrogate | Sowerby Bridge |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | www.birstwith.n-yorks.sch.uk/ | www.norland.calderdale.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Birstwith Church of England Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (93.1 vs 73.8).
- •Birstwith Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (91% vs 80%).
- •Birstwith Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (18% vs 10%).
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 Birstwith Church of England Primary School better than Norland CE School?
On the Success Index (England), Birstwith Church of England Primary School ranks higher (93.1 vs 73.8 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 Birstwith Church of England Primary School and Norland CE School?
About 41 km in a straight line, between Harrogate and Sowerby Bridge in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Birstwith Church of England Primary School: 61. Norland CE School: 61. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Birstwith Church of England Primary School and Norland CE School rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Birstwith Church of England Primary School is 39th of 1,636 and Norland CE School is 288th of 1,636 among primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).