Oasis Academy Parkwood vs Priory Lane Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 1.5 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oasis Academy Parkwood
Scunthorpe · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
274 students
Priory Lane Community School
Scunthorpe · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
304 students
| Measure | Oasis Academy Parkwood Scunthorpe, Yorkshire and the Humber | Priory Lane Community School Scunthorpe, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 43 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #921 of 1,636 | #909 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #9443 of 15,697 | #9238 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 274 | 304 |
| Pupils on roll | 274 | 304 |
| Free school meals | 66.7% | 36.2% |
| Capacity filled | 70.4% | 76.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 59% | 61% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 17% | 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 | Scunthorpe | Scunthorpe |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | www.oasisacademyparkwood.org | www.priorylanecommunityschool.com |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (43.3 vs 44.2).
- •Priory Lane Community School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (61% vs 59%).
- •Oasis Academy Parkwood does better on ks2: higher standard (17% vs 10%).
- •Priory Lane Community School is the larger school with 304 students compared with 274.
- •Oasis Academy Parkwood is a academy school while Priory Lane Community 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 Oasis Academy Parkwood better than Priory Lane Community 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 Oasis Academy Parkwood and Priory Lane Community School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Scunthorpe and Scunthorpe in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Oasis Academy Parkwood: 274. Priory Lane Community School: 304. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Oasis Academy Parkwood and Priory Lane Community School rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Oasis Academy Parkwood is 921st of 1,636 and Priory Lane Community School is 909th of 1,636 among primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).