Arnside National CofE School vs Beetham CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 4.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arnside National CofE School
Carnforth · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
95 students
Beetham CofE Primary School
Milnthorpe · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
51 students
| Measure | Arnside National CofE School Carnforth, North West | Beetham CofE Primary School Milnthorpe, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 92 Top 5% | 99 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #73 of 2,286 | – |
| National rank | #575 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 95 | 51 |
| Pupils on roll | 95 | 51 |
| Free school meals | 8.4% | 2.5% |
| Capacity filled | 56.5% | 78.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 88% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 18% | – |
| 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 | Milnthorpe |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.arnside.cumbria.sch.uk | www.beethamschool.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Beetham CofE Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (98.8 vs 92.1).
- •Arnside National CofE School is the larger school with 95 students compared with 51.
- •Arnside National CofE School is a academy school while Beetham CofE Primary School is a local authority 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 Arnside National CofE School better than Beetham CofE Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Beetham CofE Primary School ranks higher (98.8 vs 92.1 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 Arnside National CofE School and Beetham CofE Primary School?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Carnforth and Milnthorpe in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Arnside National CofE School: 95. Beetham CofE Primary School: 51. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Arnside National CofE School and Beetham CofE Primary School rank in North West?
Arnside National CofE School is 73rd of 2,286 and Beetham CofE Primary School is unranked among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).