Leeds West Academy vs The McAuley Catholic High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 52 km 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
The McAuley Catholic High School
Doncaster · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,431 students
| Measure | Leeds West Academy Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber | The McAuley Catholic High School Doncaster, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 33 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #251 of 366 | #230 of 366 |
| National rank | #2805 of 4,090 | #2618 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,432 | 1,431 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,432 | 1,431 |
| Free school meals | 42.4% | 30.2% |
| Capacity filled | 95.5% | 82.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 41.7 | 42.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 38.3% | 34.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 61.3% | 55.4% |
| EBacc average points | 3.48 | 3.33 |
| A level points per entry | – | 30.1 |
| town | Leeds | Doncaster |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | www.leedswestacademy.org.uk | www.mcauley.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •The McAuley Catholic High School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (36.8 vs 32.9).
- •Leeds West Academy is the larger school with 1,432 students compared with 1,431.
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 The McAuley Catholic High School?
On the Success Index (England), The McAuley Catholic High School ranks higher (36.8 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 The McAuley Catholic High School?
About 52 km in a straight line, between Leeds and Doncaster in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Leeds West Academy: 1,432. The McAuley Catholic High School: 1,431. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Leeds West Academy and The McAuley Catholic High School rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Leeds West Academy is 251st of 366 and The McAuley Catholic High School is 230th of 366 among secondary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).