Highwoods Academy vs The Laurel Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 523 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highwoods Academy
Mexborough · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
198 students
The Laurel Academy
Mexborough · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
755 students
| Measure | Highwoods Academy Mexborough, Yorkshire and the Humber | The Laurel Academy Mexborough, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 42 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #969 of 1,636 | #112 of 366 |
| National rank | #9811 of 15,697 | #1493 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 198 | 755 |
| Pupils on roll | 198 | 755 |
| Free school meals | 50.8% | 47.4% |
| Capacity filled | 75.6% | – |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 67% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 5% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 50.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 59.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 83.3% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.34 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Mexborough | Mexborough |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | www.highwoods.doncaster.sch.uk/ | www.laurelacademy.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •The Laurel Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (59.9 vs 41.5).
- •The Laurel Academy is the larger school with 755 students compared with 198.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Highwoods Academy better than The Laurel Academy?
On the Success Index (England), The Laurel Academy ranks higher (59.9 vs 41.5 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 Highwoods Academy and The Laurel Academy?
About 523 m in a straight line, between Mexborough and Mexborough in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Highwoods Academy: 198. The Laurel Academy: 755. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Highwoods Academy and The Laurel Academy rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Highwoods Academy is 969th of 1,636 and The Laurel Academy is 112th of 366 among primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).