Schools in Cornwall, South West (2025)
3 schools · 403 students · 2 academy, 1 independent · median Pupils on roll 102.
Ranked schools in Cornwall
Ordered by Success Index (England). Rank positions shown on each profile are within England and South West.
- 173Pelynt Primary AcademyCornwall · Academy Primary70% KS2 expected standard (RWM) · 89 students
- 244St Winnow CofE SchoolCornwall · Academy Primary64% KS2 expected standard (RWM) · 102 students
- 341St Josephs SchoolCornwall · Independent All-through46.7 Attainment 8 · 212 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (England) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pelynt Primary Academy Cornwall · Primary · Ages 2–11 | Academy | 73.4 Top 25% | 70% KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 89 |
| 2 | St Winnow CofE School Cornwall · Primary · Ages 4–11 | Academy | 43.5 Lower 50% | 64% KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 102 |
| 3 | St Josephs School Cornwall · All-through · Ages 4–16 | Independent | 40.6 Lower 50% | 46.7 Attainment 8 | 212 |
Compare the top 3 schools in Cornwall side by side →
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- Exeter(67)
- Cheltenham(63)
- Salisbury(62)
- Taunton(51)
- Bath(48)
- Bournemouth(46)
- Poole(37)
- Newton Abbot(34)
- Truro(33)
- Bridgwater(33)
- Stroud(32)
- Weston-super-Mare(31)
- Chippenham(28)
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- Helston(20)
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- Crediton(12)
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- Okehampton(11)
- Bridport(11)
- Stonehouse(11)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Cornwall?
Pelynt Primary Academy is the highest-ranked school in Cornwall with a Success Index (England) of 73.4 out of 100 (Top 25% of primary schools in England).
How many schools are in Cornwall?
Cornwall has 3 schools (2 primary, 1 all-through) educating 403 students in 2025.
What is the typical Pupils on roll in Cornwall?
The median Pupils on roll across schools in Cornwall is 102. Number of pupils in the latest school census.