Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) vs North Cambridge Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East of England, England, 993 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA)
Cambridge · Independent secondary · Ages 13–24
453 students
North Cambridge Academy
Cambridge · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
687 students
| Measure | Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) Cambridge, East of England | North Cambridge Academy Cambridge, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 16 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #445 of 460 | #345 of 460 |
| National rank | #3777 of 4,090 | #2784 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Independent | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 13–24 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 453 | 687 |
| Pupils on roll | 453 | 687 |
| Free school meals | – | 51.5% |
| Capacity filled | 64.4% | 91.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 6.3 | 43.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 0% | 35.2% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 0% | 51.2% |
| EBacc average points | 0.80 | 3.48 |
| A level points per entry | 38.0 | – |
| town | Cambridge | Cambridge |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.catscambridge.com | www.northcambridgeacademy.org/ |
The verdict
- •North Cambridge Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (33.2 vs 15.8).
- •North Cambridge Academy is the larger school with 687 students compared with 453.
- •Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) is a independent school while North Cambridge Academy is a academy school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) better than North Cambridge Academy?
On the Success Index (England), North Cambridge Academy ranks higher (33.2 vs 15.8 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 Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) and North Cambridge Academy?
About 993 m in a straight line, between Cambridge and Cambridge in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA): 453. North Cambridge Academy: 687. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) and North Cambridge Academy rank in East of England?
Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) is 445th of 460 and North Cambridge Academy is 345th of 460 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).