Leeds West Academy vs Stanningley Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 489 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Leeds West Academy
Leeds · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,432 students
Stanningley Primary School
Pudsey · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
212 students
| Measure | Leeds West Academy Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber | Stanningley Primary School Pudsey, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 33 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #251 of 366 | #573 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #2805 of 4,090 | #6185 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,432 | 212 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,432 | 212 |
| Free school meals | 42.4% | 29.6% |
| Capacity filled | 95.5% | 80.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 70% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 10% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 41.7 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 38.3% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 61.3% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.48 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Leeds | Pudsey |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | www.leedswestacademy.org.uk | www.stanningleyprimary.com/ |
The verdict
- •Stanningley Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (58.4 vs 32.9).
- •Leeds West Academy is the larger school with 1,432 students compared with 212.
- •Leeds West Academy is a academy school while Stanningley Primary School is a local authority 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 Leeds West Academy better than Stanningley Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Stanningley Primary School ranks higher (58.4 vs 32.9 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 Leeds West Academy and Stanningley Primary School?
About 489 m in a straight line, between Leeds and Pudsey in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Leeds West Academy: 1,432. Stanningley Primary School: 212. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Leeds West Academy and Stanningley Primary School rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Leeds West Academy is 251st of 366 and Stanningley Primary School is 573rd of 1,636 among secondary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).