Clifton Primary School vs Hunter Hall School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 3.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clifton Primary School
Penrith · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
76 students
Hunter Hall School
Penrith · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
80 students
| Measure | Clifton Primary School Penrith, North West | Hunter Hall School Penrith, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 45 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #1143 of 2,286 | – |
| National rank | #9040 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 76 | 80 |
| Pupils on roll | 76 | 80 |
| Free school meals | 9.5% | – |
| Capacity filled | 92.7% | 57.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 64% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 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.clifton.cumbria.sch.uk | www.hunterhall.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Hunter Hall School is the larger school with 80 students compared with 76.
- •Clifton Primary School is a local authority school while Hunter Hall School is a independent 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 Clifton Primary School better than Hunter Hall 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 Clifton Primary School and Hunter Hall School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Penrith and Penrith in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Clifton Primary School: 76. Hunter Hall School: 80. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Clifton Primary School and Hunter Hall School rank in North West?
Clifton Primary School is 1143rd of 2,286 and Hunter Hall School is unranked among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).