Horizon Community College vs Summer Lane Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 949 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Horizon Community College
Barnsley · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,909 students
Summer Lane Primary
Barnsley · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
285 students
| Measure | Horizon Community College Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber | Summer Lane Primary Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 62 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #96 of 366 | #610 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #1374 of 4,090 | #6500 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,909 | 285 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,909 | 285 |
| Free school meals | 29.9% | 18% |
| Capacity filled | 95.5% | – |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 49.8 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 48% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 71% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.52 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Barnsley | Barnsley |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | www.horizoncc.co.uk/ | www.summerlaneprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Horizon Community College scores higher on the Success Index (England) (62.2 vs 56.9).
- •Horizon Community College is the larger school with 1,909 students compared with 285.
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 Horizon Community College better than Summer Lane Primary?
On the Success Index (England), Horizon Community College ranks higher (62.2 vs 56.9 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 Horizon Community College and Summer Lane Primary?
About 949 m in a straight line, between Barnsley and Barnsley in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Horizon Community College: 1,909. Summer Lane Primary: 285. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Horizon Community College and Summer Lane Primary rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Horizon Community College is 96th of 366 and Summer Lane Primary is 610th of 1,636 among secondary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).