Hunter Hall School vs Ullswater Community College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 1.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hunter Hall School
Penrith · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
80 students
Ullswater Community College
Penrith · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,520 students
| Measure | Hunter Hall School Penrith, North West | Ullswater Community College Penrith, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 44 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #263 of 536 |
| National rank | – | #2270 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 80 | 1,520 |
| Pupils on roll | 80 | 1,520 |
| Free school meals | – | 20.9% |
| Capacity filled | 57.1% | 93.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| 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.hunterhall.co.uk | www.ullswatercc.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Ullswater Community College is the larger school with 1,520 students compared with 80.
- •Hunter Hall School is a independent school while Ullswater Community College is a local authority 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 Hunter Hall 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 Hunter Hall School and Ullswater Community College?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Penrith and Penrith in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hunter Hall School: 80. Ullswater Community College: 1,520. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hunter Hall School and Ullswater Community College rank in North West?
Hunter Hall School is unranked and Ullswater Community College is 263rd of 536 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).