Darton Academy
Academy sponsor led
Barnsley, S75 5EF
Ofsted
Good
Our ranking
Top 26% in England
2 of 10 in Barnsley
Pupils
1,099
First preferences per place
0.94
2026/27
Absence
7.3%
2024/25
Exam results 2023–2025
| Measure | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8 | 49.8 | 48.9 | 52.1 | |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 55% | 54% | 65% | |
| Average English grade | 5.4 | 5.6 | 5.8 | |
| Average maths grade | 4.8 | 4.9 | 5.2 | |
| Grade 5+ science | 44% | 47% | 54% | |
| Progress 8 | 0.35 | 0.37 | — |
79% got grade 4 or above (a standard pass) in both English and maths in 2025.
Nearby secondary schools
- Horizon Community College · 2.8 mi · No rating · Top 42% in England
- Trinity Academy St. Edwards · 3.8 mi · Outstanding
- Holy Trinity Catholic and Church of England School · 3.7 mi · Not judged · Bottom 6% in England
- Outwood Academy Carlton · 4.1 mi · No rating · Bottom 30% in England
- Kettlethorpe High School · 4.8 mi · No rating · Top 37% in England
- Shelley College, A Share Academy · 4.9 mi · Not judged · Top 23% in England
The neighbourhood
Darton Academy is in Darton & Kexborough (typical home £220,000, crime low).
What is Darton Academy's Ofsted rating?
Darton Academy is rated Good by Ofsted.
How does Darton Academy rank?
On published exam results averaged over three years, Darton Academy is in the top 26% in england. Living nearby does not guarantee a place: check the school's admissions rules.