Cowley International College vs Ullswater Community College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 133 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cowley International College
St Helens · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,514 students
Ullswater Community College
Penrith · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,520 students
| Measure | Cowley International College St Helens, North West | Ullswater Community College Penrith, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 24 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #395 of 536 | #263 of 536 |
| National rank | #3242 of 4,090 | #2270 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,514 | 1,520 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,514 | 1,520 |
| Free school meals | 37.5% | 20.9% |
| Capacity filled | 93.5% | 93.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 39.3 | 41.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 30.4% | 43.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 48.3% | 61.5% |
| EBacc average points | 3.54 | 3.58 |
| A level points per entry | 25.3 | 31.2 |
| town | St Helens | Penrith |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.cowley.st-helens.sch.uk/ | www.ullswatercc.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Ullswater Community College scores higher on the Success Index (England) (44.2 vs 24.1).
- •Ullswater Community College is the larger school with 1,520 students compared with 1,514.
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 Cowley International College better than Ullswater Community College?
On the Success Index (England), Ullswater Community College ranks higher (44.2 vs 24.1 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 Cowley International College and Ullswater Community College?
About 133 km in a straight line, between St Helens and Penrith in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Cowley International College: 1,514. Ullswater Community College: 1,520. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Cowley International College and Ullswater Community College rank in North West?
Cowley International College is 395th of 536 and Ullswater Community College is 263rd of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).