Brunswick School vs Ullswater Community College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 777 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brunswick School
Penrith · Local authority primary · Ages 3–7
140 students
Ullswater Community College
Penrith · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,520 students
| Measure | Brunswick School Penrith, North West | Ullswater Community College Penrith, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 50 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #997 of 2,286 | #263 of 536 |
| National rank | #8027 of 15,697 | #2270 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–7 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 140 | 1,520 |
| Pupils on roll | 140 | 1,520 |
| Free school meals | 20.7% | 20.9% |
| Capacity filled | 103.7% | 93.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 41.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 43.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 61.5% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.58 |
| A level points per entry | – | 31.2 |
| town | Penrith | Penrith |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.brunswick.cumbria.sch.uk | www.ullswatercc.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Brunswick School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (49.8 vs 44.2).
- •Ullswater Community College is the larger school with 1,520 students compared with 140.
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 Brunswick School better than Ullswater Community College?
On the Success Index (England), Brunswick School ranks higher (49.8 vs 44.2 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 Brunswick School and Ullswater Community College?
About 777 m in a straight line, between Penrith and Penrith in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Brunswick School: 140. Ullswater Community College: 1,520. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Brunswick School and Ullswater Community College rank in North West?
Brunswick School is 997th of 2,286 and Ullswater Community College is 263rd of 536 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).