Harrogate, Bilton Grange Primary School vs Laithes Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 48 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harrogate, Bilton Grange Primary School
Harrogate · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
308 students
Laithes Primary School
Barnsley · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
308 students
| Measure | Harrogate, Bilton Grange Primary School Harrogate, Yorkshire and the Humber | Laithes Primary School Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 58 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #585 of 1,636 | #806 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #6285 of 15,697 | #8366 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 308 | 308 |
| Pupils on roll | 308 | 308 |
| Free school meals | 17.2% | 49% |
| Capacity filled | 91.7% | 110% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 72% | 68% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | 8% |
| 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 | Barnsley |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | www.biltongrangeharrogate.co.uk | www.laithesprimary.com |
The verdict
- •Harrogate, Bilton Grange Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (57.9 vs 48.3).
- •Harrogate, Bilton Grange Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (72% vs 68%).
- •Laithes Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (8% vs 4%).
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 Harrogate, Bilton Grange Primary School better than Laithes Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Harrogate, Bilton Grange Primary School ranks higher (57.9 vs 48.3 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 Harrogate, Bilton Grange Primary School and Laithes Primary School?
About 48 km in a straight line, between Harrogate and Barnsley in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harrogate, Bilton Grange Primary School: 308. Laithes Primary School: 308. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harrogate, Bilton Grange Primary School and Laithes Primary School rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Harrogate, Bilton Grange Primary School is 585th of 1,636 and Laithes Primary School is 806th of 1,636 among primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).