Beaconside CofE Primary School vs Northcote Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 136 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Beaconside CofE Primary School
Penrith · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
445 students
Northcote Primary School
Liverpool · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
445 students
| Measure | Beaconside CofE Primary School Penrith, North West | Northcote Primary School Liverpool, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 30 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1601 of 2,286 | #2035 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #12130 of 15,697 | #14559 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 445 | 445 |
| Pupils on roll | 445 | 445 |
| Free school meals | 14.5% | 51.3% |
| Capacity filled | 87.1% | 98.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 51% | 45% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 1% | 3% |
| 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 | Penrith | Liverpool |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.beaconside.cumbria.sch.uk/home | www.northcoteschool.com |
The verdict
- •Beaconside CofE Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (30.4 vs 16.1).
- •Beaconside CofE Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (51% vs 45%).
- •Northcote Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (3% vs 1%).
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 Beaconside CofE Primary School better than Northcote Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Beaconside CofE Primary School ranks higher (30.4 vs 16.1 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 Beaconside CofE Primary School and Northcote Primary School?
About 136 km in a straight line, between Penrith and Liverpool in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Beaconside CofE Primary School: 445. Northcote Primary School: 445. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Beaconside CofE Primary School and Northcote Primary School rank in North West?
Beaconside CofE Primary School is 1601st of 2,286 and Northcote Primary School is 2035th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).