Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College vs St Ignatius Catholic Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 204 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College
Ossett · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,699 students
St Ignatius Catholic Primary School
Wakefield · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
138 students
| Measure | Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College Ossett, Yorkshire and the Humber | St Ignatius Catholic Primary School Wakefield, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 71 Top 25% | 83 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #73 of 366 | #139 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #992 of 4,090 | #1671 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,699 | 138 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,699 | 138 |
| Free school meals | 23.2% | 15.4% |
| Capacity filled | 85% | 98.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 79% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 21% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 51.0 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 55.3% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 72.9% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.13 | – |
| A level points per entry | 36.3 | – |
| town | Ossett | Wakefield |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | ossettacademy.com/ | www.stig.bkcat.co.uk |
The verdict
- •St Ignatius Catholic Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (83.2 vs 70.7).
- •Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College is the larger school with 1,699 students compared with 138.
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 Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College better than St Ignatius Catholic Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St Ignatius Catholic Primary School ranks higher (83.2 vs 70.7 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 Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College and St Ignatius Catholic Primary School?
About 204 m in a straight line, between Ossett and Wakefield in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College: 1,699. St Ignatius Catholic Primary School: 138. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College and St Ignatius Catholic Primary School rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College is 73rd of 366 and St Ignatius Catholic Primary School is 139th of 1,636 among secondary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).