Clifton Primary School vs Ullswater Community College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 3.5 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
Ullswater Community College
Penrith · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,520 students
| Measure | Clifton Primary School Penrith, North West | Ullswater Community College Penrith, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 45 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1143 of 2,286 | #263 of 536 |
| National rank | #9040 of 15,697 | #2270 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 76 | 1,520 |
| Pupils on roll | 76 | 1,520 |
| Free school meals | 9.5% | 20.9% |
| Capacity filled | 92.7% | 93.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 64% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | – |
| 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.clifton.cumbria.sch.uk | www.ullswatercc.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (45.1 vs 44.2).
- •Ullswater Community College is the larger school with 1,520 students compared with 76.
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 Ullswater Community College?
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 Ullswater Community College?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Penrith and Penrith in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Clifton Primary School: 76. Ullswater Community College: 1,520. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Clifton Primary School and Ullswater Community College rank in North West?
Clifton Primary School is 1143rd of 2,286 and Ullswater Community College is 263rd of 536 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).