High View Primary Learning Centre vs Outwood Primary Academy Darfield
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 2.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High View Primary Learning Centre
Barnsley · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
467 students
Outwood Primary Academy Darfield
Barnsley · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
221 students
| Measure | High View Primary Learning Centre Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber | Outwood Primary Academy Darfield Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 47 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #854 of 1,636 | #310 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #8774 of 15,697 | #3382 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 467 | 221 |
| Pupils on roll | 467 | 221 |
| Free school meals | 37.4% | 33.3% |
| Capacity filled | 111.2% | 105.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 64% | 76% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 9% | 24% |
| 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 | Barnsley | Barnsley |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | www.highviewprimary.co.uk | – |
The verdict
- •Outwood Primary Academy Darfield scores higher on the Success Index (England) (72.8 vs 46.5).
- •Outwood Primary Academy Darfield does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (76% vs 64%).
- •Outwood Primary Academy Darfield does better on ks2: higher standard (24% vs 9%).
- •High View Primary Learning Centre is the larger school with 467 students compared with 221.
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 High View Primary Learning Centre better than Outwood Primary Academy Darfield?
On the Success Index (England), Outwood Primary Academy Darfield ranks higher (72.8 vs 46.5 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 High View Primary Learning Centre and Outwood Primary Academy Darfield?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Barnsley and Barnsley in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
High View Primary Learning Centre: 467. Outwood Primary Academy Darfield: 221. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do High View Primary Learning Centre and Outwood Primary Academy Darfield rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
High View Primary Learning Centre is 854th of 1,636 and Outwood Primary Academy Darfield is 310th of 1,636 among primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).