Eaton Bank Academy vs Penketh High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 38 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eaton Bank Academy
Congleton · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,062 students
Penketh High School
Warrington · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,058 students
| Measure | Eaton Bank Academy Congleton, North West | Penketh High School Warrington, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 55 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #196 of 536 | #188 of 536 |
| National rank | #1705 of 4,090 | #1654 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,062 | 1,058 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,062 | 1,058 |
| Free school meals | 20.5% | 27.6% |
| Capacity filled | 97.7% | 88.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 46.9 | 46.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 40% | 47.2% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 68.6% | 64.8% |
| EBacc average points | 3.96 | 4.32 |
| A level points per entry | 31.8 | – |
| town | Congleton | Warrington |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.eatonbankacademy.org/ | www.penkethhigh.org |
The verdict
- •Penketh High School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (56.4 vs 55.2).
- •Eaton Bank Academy is the larger school with 1,062 students compared with 1,058.
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 Eaton Bank Academy better than Penketh High School?
On the Success Index (England), Penketh High School ranks higher (56.4 vs 55.2 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 Eaton Bank Academy and Penketh High School?
About 38 km in a straight line, between Congleton and Warrington in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Eaton Bank Academy: 1,062. Penketh High School: 1,058. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Eaton Bank Academy and Penketh High School rank in North West?
Eaton Bank Academy is 196th of 536 and Penketh High School is 188th of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).