Arkholme Church of England Primary School vs Black Horse Hill Infant School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 92 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arkholme Church of England Primary School
Carnforth · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
102 students
Black Horse Hill Infant School
Wirral · Local authority primary · Ages 3–7
102 students
| Measure | Arkholme Church of England Primary School Carnforth, North West | Black Horse Hill Infant School Wirral, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 29 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1658 of 2,286 | #1105 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #12478 of 15,697 | #8766 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–7 |
| Students | 102 | 102 |
| Pupils on roll | 102 | 102 |
| Free school meals | 2% | 22.2% |
| Capacity filled | 91.1% | 56.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 42% | – |
| 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 | Carnforth | Wirral |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.arkholme.lancs.sch.uk | www.blackhorsehillinfant.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Black Horse Hill Infant School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (46.5 vs 28.7).
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 Arkholme Church of England Primary School better than Black Horse Hill Infant School?
On the Success Index (England), Black Horse Hill Infant School ranks higher (46.5 vs 28.7 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 Arkholme Church of England Primary School and Black Horse Hill Infant School?
About 92 km in a straight line, between Carnforth and Wirral in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Arkholme Church of England Primary School: 102. Black Horse Hill Infant School: 102. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Arkholme Church of England Primary School and Black Horse Hill Infant School rank in North West?
Arkholme Church of England Primary School is 1658th of 2,286 and Black Horse Hill Infant School is 1105th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).