Jump Primary Academy vs Kirk Balk Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 1.4 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jump Primary Academy
Barnsley · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
Kirk Balk Academy
Barnsley · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,318 students
| Measure | Jump Primary Academy Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber | Kirk Balk Academy Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 57 Top 50% |
| Region rank | – | #130 of 366 |
| National rank | – | #1626 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | – | 1,318 |
| Pupils on roll | – | 1,318 |
| Free school meals | – | 29.7% |
| Capacity filled | – | 105.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 46.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 54.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 71.5% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.13 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Barnsley | Barnsley |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | www.jumpprimaryacademy.org.uk | kba.northerneducationtrust.org/ |
The verdict
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 Jump Primary Academy better than Kirk Balk Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Jump Primary Academy and Kirk Balk Academy?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Barnsley and Barnsley in Yorkshire and the Humber.
How do Jump Primary Academy and Kirk Balk Academy rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Jump Primary Academy is unranked and Kirk Balk Academy is 130th of 366 among primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).