Arnside National CofE School vs Dean CofE School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 61 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
Dean CofE School
Workington · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
96 students
| Measure | Arnside National CofE School Carnforth, North West | Dean CofE School Workington, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 92 Top 5% | 45 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #73 of 2,286 | #1153 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #575 of 15,697 | #9130 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 95 | 96 |
| Pupils on roll | 95 | 96 |
| Free school meals | 8.4% | 2.6% |
| Capacity filled | 56.5% | 91.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 88% | 45% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 18% | 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 | Carnforth | Workington |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.arnside.cumbria.sch.uk | – |
The verdict
- •Arnside National CofE School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (92.1 vs 44.7).
- •Arnside National CofE School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (88% vs 45%).
- •Arnside National CofE School does better on ks2: higher standard (18% vs 9%).
- •Dean CofE School is the larger school with 96 students compared with 95.
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 Dean CofE School?
On the Success Index (England), Arnside National CofE School ranks higher (92.1 vs 44.7 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 Arnside National CofE School and Dean CofE School?
About 61 km in a straight line, between Carnforth and Workington in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Arnside National CofE School: 95. Dean CofE School: 96. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Arnside National CofE School and Dean CofE School rank in North West?
Arnside National CofE School is 73rd of 2,286 and Dean CofE School is 1153rd of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).