Carrfield Primary Academy vs Highgate Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 929 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carrfield Primary Academy
Rotherham · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
282 students
Highgate Primary Academy
Rotherham · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
327 students
| Measure | Carrfield Primary Academy Rotherham, Yorkshire and the Humber | Highgate Primary Academy Rotherham, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 36 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1091 of 1,636 | #805 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #11057 of 15,697 | #8363 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 282 | 327 |
| Pupils on roll | 282 | 327 |
| Free school meals | 37.2% | 44.6% |
| Capacity filled | 89.5% | 104.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 63% | 75% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | 2% |
| 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 | Rotherham | Rotherham |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | www.astreacarrfield.org | www.astreahighgate.org |
The verdict
- •Highgate Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (48.3 vs 35.9).
- •Highgate Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (75% vs 63%).
- •Carrfield Primary Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (3% vs 2%).
- •Highgate Primary Academy is the larger school with 327 students compared with 282.
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 Carrfield Primary Academy better than Highgate Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Highgate Primary Academy ranks higher (48.3 vs 35.9 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 Carrfield Primary Academy and Highgate Primary Academy?
About 929 m in a straight line, between Rotherham and Rotherham in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Carrfield Primary Academy: 282. Highgate Primary Academy: 327. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Carrfield Primary Academy and Highgate Primary Academy rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Carrfield Primary Academy is 1091st of 1,636 and Highgate Primary Academy is 805th of 1,636 among primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).