Calthwaite CofE School vs Lazonby C of E Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 8.4 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
Lazonby C of E Primary School
Penrith · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
112 students
| Measure | Calthwaite CofE School Penrith, North West | Lazonby C of E Primary School Penrith, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 55 Top 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #822 of 2,286 | #1862 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #6833 of 15,697 | #13651 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 69 | 112 |
| Pupils on roll | 69 | 112 |
| Free school meals | 11.6% | 7.1% |
| Capacity filled | 109.5% | 106.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 57% | 0% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 14% | 0% |
| 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 | Penrith |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.calthwaite.cumbria.sch.uk/ | www.lazonby.cumbria.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Calthwaite CofE School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (55.3 vs 22.2).
- •Calthwaite CofE School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (57% vs 0%).
- •Calthwaite CofE School does better on ks2: higher standard (14% vs 0%).
- •Lazonby C of E Primary School is the larger school with 112 students compared with 69.
- •Calthwaite CofE School is a local authority school while Lazonby C of E Primary School is a academy school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Lazonby C of E Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Calthwaite CofE School ranks higher (55.3 vs 22.2 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 Calthwaite CofE School and Lazonby C of E Primary School?
About 8.4 km in a straight line, between Penrith and Penrith in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Calthwaite CofE School: 69. Lazonby C of E Primary School: 112. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Calthwaite CofE School and Lazonby C of E Primary School rank in North West?
Calthwaite CofE School is 822nd of 2,286 and Lazonby C of E Primary School is 1862nd of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).