Armathwaite School vs Wincle CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 186 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Armathwaite School
Carlisle · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
64 students
Wincle CofE Primary School
Macclesfield · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
64 students
| Measure | Armathwaite School Carlisle, North West | Wincle CofE Primary School Macclesfield, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 88 Top 10% | 86 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #127 of 2,286 | #162 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #992 of 15,697 | #1271 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 64 | 64 |
| Pupils on roll | 64 | 64 |
| Free school meals | 8.6% | 6.3% |
| Capacity filled | 80% | 85.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 80% | 91% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 20% | 9% |
| 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 | Carlisle | Macclesfield |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.armathwaite.cumbria.sch.uk | www.wincleprimaryschool.org |
The verdict
- •Armathwaite School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (88.4 vs 86.2).
- •Wincle CofE Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (91% vs 80%).
- •Armathwaite School does better on ks2: higher standard (20% vs 9%).
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 Armathwaite School better than Wincle CofE Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Armathwaite School ranks higher (88.4 vs 86.2 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 Armathwaite School and Wincle CofE Primary School?
About 186 km in a straight line, between Carlisle and Macclesfield in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Armathwaite School: 64. Wincle CofE Primary School: 64. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Armathwaite School and Wincle CofE Primary School rank in North West?
Armathwaite School is 127th of 2,286 and Wincle CofE Primary School is 162nd of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).