Outwood Primary Academy Darfield vs Upperwood Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 714 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Outwood Primary Academy Darfield
Barnsley · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
221 students
Upperwood Academy
Barnsley · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
298 students
| Measure | Outwood Primary Academy Darfield Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber | Upperwood Academy Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 73 Top 25% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #310 of 1,636 | #1074 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #3382 of 15,697 | #10869 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 221 | 298 |
| Pupils on roll | 221 | 298 |
| Free school meals | 33.3% | 29.2% |
| Capacity filled | 105.2% | 118.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 76% | 66% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 24% | 0% |
| 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.upperwoodacademy.org |
The verdict
- •Outwood Primary Academy Darfield scores higher on the Success Index (England) (72.8 vs 36.8).
- •Outwood Primary Academy Darfield does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (76% vs 66%).
- •Outwood Primary Academy Darfield does better on ks2: higher standard (24% vs 0%).
- •Upperwood Academy is the larger school with 298 students compared with 221.
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 Outwood Primary Academy Darfield better than Upperwood Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Outwood Primary Academy Darfield ranks higher (72.8 vs 36.8 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 Outwood Primary Academy Darfield and Upperwood Academy?
About 714 m in a straight line, between Barnsley and Barnsley in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Outwood Primary Academy Darfield: 221. Upperwood Academy: 298. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Outwood Primary Academy Darfield and Upperwood Academy rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Outwood Primary Academy Darfield is 310th of 1,636 and Upperwood Academy is 1074th of 1,636 among primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).