Broughton Primary School vs Cockermouth School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 5.6 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Broughton Primary School
Cockermouth · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
146 students
Cockermouth School
Cockermouth · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,254 students
| Measure | Broughton Primary School Cockermouth, North West | Cockermouth School Cockermouth, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 79 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #282 of 2,286 | #66 of 536 |
| National rank | #2344 of 15,697 | #637 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 146 | 1,254 |
| Pupils on roll | 146 | 1,254 |
| Free school meals | 8.2% | 17.2% |
| Capacity filled | 104.3% | 92% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 72% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 17% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 51.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 57.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 73.1% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.80 |
| A level points per entry | – | 41.4 |
| town | Cockermouth | Cockermouth |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.broughtonprimarysch.co.uk | www.cockermouthschool.org/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (78.7 vs 79.4).
- •Cockermouth School is the larger school with 1,254 students compared with 146.
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 Broughton Primary School better than Cockermouth School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Broughton Primary School and Cockermouth School?
About 5.6 km in a straight line, between Cockermouth and Cockermouth in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Broughton Primary School: 146. Cockermouth School: 1,254. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Broughton Primary School and Cockermouth School rank in North West?
Broughton Primary School is 282nd of 2,286 and Cockermouth School is 66th of 536 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).