Calthwaite CofE School vs High Hesket CofE School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 4.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Calthwaite CofE School
Penrith · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
69 students
High Hesket CofE School
Carlisle · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
136 students
| Measure | Calthwaite CofE School Penrith, North West | High Hesket CofE School Carlisle, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 55 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #822 of 2,286 | #1013 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #6833 of 15,697 | #8160 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 69 | 136 |
| Pupils on roll | 69 | 136 |
| Free school meals | 11.6% | 3.2% |
| Capacity filled | 109.5% | 68% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 57% | 52% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 14% | 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 | Penrith | Carlisle |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.calthwaite.cumbria.sch.uk/ | www.high-hesket.cumbria.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Calthwaite CofE School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (55.3 vs 49.3).
- •Calthwaite CofE School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (57% vs 52%).
- •Calthwaite CofE School does better on ks2: higher standard (14% vs 9%).
- •High Hesket CofE School is the larger school with 136 students compared with 69.
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 Calthwaite CofE School better than High Hesket CofE School?
On the Success Index (England), Calthwaite CofE School ranks higher (55.3 vs 49.3 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 Calthwaite CofE School and High Hesket CofE School?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Penrith and Carlisle in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Calthwaite CofE School: 69. High Hesket CofE School: 136. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Calthwaite CofE School and High Hesket CofE School rank in North West?
Calthwaite CofE School is 822nd of 2,286 and High Hesket CofE School is 1013th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).