Darton Academy vs Kexborough Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 124 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Darton Academy
Barnsley · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,099 students
Kexborough Primary School
Barnsley · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
187 students
| Measure | Darton Academy Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber | Kexborough Primary School Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 77 Top 25% | 35 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #48 of 366 | #1114 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #724 of 4,090 | #11308 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,099 | 187 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,099 | 187 |
| Free school meals | 22.2% | 25% |
| Capacity filled | 91.6% | 89% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 57% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 4% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 52.1 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 65% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 78.6% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.67 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Barnsley | Barnsley |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | www.dartonacademy.org.uk | www.kexborough-primary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Darton Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (76.8 vs 34.6).
- •Darton Academy is the larger school with 1,099 students compared with 187.
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 Darton Academy better than Kexborough Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Darton Academy ranks higher (76.8 vs 34.6 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 Darton Academy and Kexborough Primary School?
About 124 m in a straight line, between Barnsley and Barnsley in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Darton Academy: 1,099. Kexborough Primary School: 187. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Darton Academy and Kexborough Primary School rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Darton Academy is 48th of 366 and Kexborough Primary School is 1114th of 1,636 among secondary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).