Oakwell Rise Primary Academy vs Worsbrough Common Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 951 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oakwell Rise Primary Academy
Barnsley · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
236 students
Worsbrough Common Primary School
Barnsley · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
393 students
| Measure | Oakwell Rise Primary Academy Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber | Worsbrough Common Primary School Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 51 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #751 of 1,636 | #732 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #7774 of 15,697 | #7633 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 236 | 393 |
| Pupils on roll | 236 | 393 |
| Free school meals | 42.5% | 32.3% |
| Capacity filled | 74.2% | 93.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 81% | 66% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 10% |
| 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 | Barnsley | Barnsley |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | www.oakwellriseacademy.co.uk | www.worsbroughcommonprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (50.9 vs 51.7).
- •Oakwell Rise Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (81% vs 66%).
- •Worsbrough Common Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (10% vs 0%).
- •Worsbrough Common Primary School is the larger school with 393 students compared with 236.
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 Oakwell Rise Primary Academy better than Worsbrough Common Primary School?
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 Oakwell Rise Primary Academy and Worsbrough Common Primary School?
About 951 m in a straight line, between Barnsley and Barnsley in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Oakwell Rise Primary Academy: 236. Worsbrough Common Primary School: 393. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Oakwell Rise Primary Academy and Worsbrough Common Primary School rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Oakwell Rise Primary Academy is 751st of 1,636 and Worsbrough Common Primary School is 732nd of 1,636 among primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).