Laughton Junior and Infant School vs Overthorpe CofE Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 41 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laughton Junior and Infant School
Sheffield · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
188 students
Overthorpe CofE Academy
Dewsbury · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
188 students
| Measure | Laughton Junior and Infant School Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber | Overthorpe CofE Academy Dewsbury, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 35 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1103 of 1,636 | #1367 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #11222 of 15,697 | #13643 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 188 | 188 |
| Pupils on roll | 188 | 188 |
| Free school meals | 13.3% | 47.9% |
| Capacity filled | 79.7% | 63.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 53% | 53% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | 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 | Sheffield | Dewsbury |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | www.laughtonjandi.co.uk | www.overthorpecofe.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Laughton Junior and Infant School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (35.1 vs 22.3).
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 Laughton Junior and Infant School better than Overthorpe CofE Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Laughton Junior and Infant School ranks higher (35.1 vs 22.3 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 Laughton Junior and Infant School and Overthorpe CofE Academy?
About 41 km in a straight line, between Sheffield and Dewsbury in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Laughton Junior and Infant School: 188. Overthorpe CofE Academy: 188. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Laughton Junior and Infant School and Overthorpe CofE Academy rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Laughton Junior and Infant School is 1103rd of 1,636 and Overthorpe CofE Academy is 1367th of 1,636 among primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).