Co-op Academy Parkland vs South Kirkby Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 37 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Co-op Academy Parkland
Bradford · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
186 students
South Kirkby Academy
Pontefract · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
186 students
| Measure | Co-op Academy Parkland Bradford, Yorkshire and the Humber | South Kirkby Academy Pontefract, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 48 Lower 50% | 7 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #816 of 1,636 | #1619 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #8488 of 15,697 | #15526 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 7–11 |
| Students | 186 | 186 |
| Pupils on roll | 186 | 186 |
| Free school meals | 58.5% | 50% |
| Capacity filled | 88.6% | 72.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 65% | 32% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 12% | 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 | Bradford | Pontefract |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | parkland.coopacademies.co.uk/ | southkirkbyacademy.org |
The verdict
- •Co-op Academy Parkland scores higher on the Success Index (England) (47.7 vs 6.5).
- •Co-op Academy Parkland does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (65% vs 32%).
- •Co-op Academy Parkland does better on ks2: higher standard (12% vs 0%).
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 Co-op Academy Parkland better than South Kirkby Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Co-op Academy Parkland ranks higher (47.7 vs 6.5 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 Co-op Academy Parkland and South Kirkby Academy?
About 37 km in a straight line, between Bradford and Pontefract in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Co-op Academy Parkland: 186. South Kirkby Academy: 186. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Co-op Academy Parkland and South Kirkby Academy rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Co-op Academy Parkland is 816th of 1,636 and South Kirkby Academy is 1619th of 1,636 among primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).