Alston Primary School vs Nenthead Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 6.4 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alston Primary School
Alston · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
88 students
Nenthead Primary School
Alston · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
17 students
| Measure | Alston Primary School Alston, North West | Nenthead Primary School Alston, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 18 Lower 50% | 93 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #1964 of 2,286 | – |
| National rank | #14265 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 88 | 17 |
| Pupils on roll | 88 | 17 |
| Free school meals | 18.2% | 5.9% |
| Capacity filled | 83.8% | 60.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 38% | – |
| 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 | Alston | Alston |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.alstonmoorfederation.org.uk | www.alstonmoorfederation.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Nenthead Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (93.2 vs 18.1).
- •Alston Primary School is the larger school with 88 students compared with 17.
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 Alston Primary School better than Nenthead Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Nenthead Primary School ranks higher (93.2 vs 18.1 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 Alston Primary School and Nenthead Primary School?
About 6.4 km in a straight line, between Alston and Alston in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Alston Primary School: 88. Nenthead Primary School: 17. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Alston Primary School and Nenthead Primary School rank in North West?
Alston Primary School is 1964th of 2,286 and Nenthead Primary School is unranked among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).