St Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy vs Summer Lane Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 15 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
St Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy
Sheffield · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
285 students
Summer Lane Primary
Barnsley · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
285 students
| Measure | St Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber | Summer Lane Primary Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 9 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1596 of 1,636 | #610 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #15363 of 15,697 | #6500 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 285 | 285 |
| Pupils on roll | 285 | 285 |
| Free school meals | 33.2% | 18% |
| Capacity filled | 101.8% | – |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 8% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 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 | Sheffield | Barnsley |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | www.st-patricks.sheffield.sch.uk/ | www.summerlaneprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Summer Lane Primary scores higher on the Success Index (England) (56.9 vs 8.8).
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 St Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy better than Summer Lane Primary?
On the Success Index (England), Summer Lane Primary ranks higher (56.9 vs 8.8 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 St Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy and Summer Lane Primary?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Sheffield and Barnsley in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
St Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy: 285. Summer Lane Primary: 285. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do St Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy and Summer Lane Primary rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
St Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy is 1596th of 1,636 and Summer Lane Primary is 610th of 1,636 among primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).