Schools in Kirkby Stephen, North West (2025)
2 schools · 566 students · 1 local authority, 1 academy · median Pupils on roll 377.
Kirkby Stephen, in North West, has 2 schools in England's 2025 data, together educating about 566 students. By level there are 1 primary, 1 secondary; by sector 1 local authority, 1 academy.
2 of the 2 schools qualify for the Success Index (England). The highest-scoring is Kirkby Stephen Primary School (74.4, top 25% of primary schools nationally), followed by Kirkby Stephen Grammar School (55.3, top 50% of secondary schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are Kirkby Stephen Grammar School (377 students), Kirkby Stephen Primary School (189 students).
Ranked schools in Kirkby Stephen
Ordered by Success Index (England). Rank positions shown on each profile are within England and North West.
- 174Kirkby Stephen Primary SchoolKirkby Stephen · Local authority Primary77% KS2 expected standard (RWM) · 189 students
- 255Kirkby Stephen Grammar SchoolKirkby Stephen · Academy Secondary47.7 Attainment 8 · 377 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (England) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kirkby Stephen Primary School Kirkby Stephen · Primary · Ages 3–11 | Local authority | 74.4 Top 25% | 77% KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 189 |
| 2 | Kirkby Stephen Grammar School Kirkby Stephen · Secondary · Ages 11–18 | Academy | 55.3 Top 50% | 47.7 Attainment 8 | 377 |
Compare the top 2 schools in Kirkby Stephen side by side →
Other places in North West
- Manchester(370)
- Liverpool(242)
- Preston(154)
- Bolton(127)
- Oldham(102)
- Warrington(93)
- Stockport(90)
- Wigan(83)
- Blackburn(73)
- Wirral(72)
- Salford(57)
- Rochdale(56)
- Chester(53)
- Carlisle(52)
- Bury(48)
- St Helens(45)
- Chorley(45)
- Burnley(44)
- Blackpool(40)
- Northwich(35)
- Runcorn(34)
- Macclesfield(34)
- Lancaster(32)
- Crewe(31)
- Accrington(31)
- Altrincham(29)
- Penrith(29)
- Barrow-in-Furness(29)
- Ormskirk(28)
- Southport(26)
- Ashton-under-Lyne(24)
- Ellesmere Port(24)
- Widnes(23)
- Cheadle(23)
- Clitheroe(23)
- Sale(22)
- Wigton(21)
- Nelson(21)
- Skelmersdale(21)
- Leyland(21)
Free academic assessment
Is your child on track for their SATs and GCSEs?
Success Tutoring offers personalised English and maths tutoring mapped to the National Curriculum. Start with a free online assessment and a clear plan for the year ahead.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Kirkby Stephen?
Kirkby Stephen Primary School is the highest-ranked school in Kirkby Stephen with a Success Index (England) of 74.4 out of 100 (Top 25% of primary schools in England).
How many schools are in Kirkby Stephen?
Kirkby Stephen has 2 schools (1 primary, 1 secondary) educating 566 students in 2025.
What is the typical Pupils on roll in Kirkby Stephen?
The median Pupils on roll across schools in Kirkby Stephen is 377. Number of pupils in the latest school census.