Holy Rood Catholic Primary School vs Summer Lane Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 950 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Holy Rood Catholic Primary School
Barnsley · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
199 students
Summer Lane Primary
Barnsley · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
285 students
| Measure | Holy Rood Catholic Primary School Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber | Summer Lane Primary Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 30 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1213 of 1,636 | #610 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #12243 of 15,697 | #6500 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 199 | 285 |
| Pupils on roll | 199 | 285 |
| Free school meals | 22.5% | 18% |
| Capacity filled | 94.8% | – |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 53% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | – |
| 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.holyroodschool.co.uk | www.summerlaneprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Summer Lane Primary scores higher on the Success Index (England) (56.9 vs 29.8).
- •Summer Lane Primary is the larger school with 285 students compared with 199.
- •Holy Rood Catholic Primary School is a local authority school while Summer Lane Primary is a academy school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Holy Rood Catholic Primary School better than Summer Lane Primary?
On the Success Index (England), Summer Lane Primary ranks higher (56.9 vs 29.8 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 Holy Rood Catholic Primary School and Summer Lane Primary?
About 950 m in a straight line, between Barnsley and Barnsley in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Holy Rood Catholic Primary School: 199. Summer Lane Primary: 285. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Holy Rood Catholic Primary School and Summer Lane Primary rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Holy Rood Catholic Primary School is 1213th of 1,636 and Summer Lane Primary is 610th of 1,636 among primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).