Oughterside Primary School vs Plumbland CofE 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.
Oughterside Primary School
Wigton · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
69 students
Plumbland CofE School
Wigton · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
53 students
| Measure | Oughterside Primary School Wigton, North West | Plumbland CofE School Wigton, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 29 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1634 of 2,286 | – |
| National rank | #12335 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 69 | 53 |
| Pupils on roll | 69 | 53 |
| Free school meals | 31.7% | 13.2% |
| Capacity filled | 82.1% | 94.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 67% |
| 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 | Wigton | Wigton |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.oughtersideschool.co.uk/ | www.plumbland.cumbria.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Plumbland CofE School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (46.4 vs 29.4).
- •Oughterside Primary School is the larger school with 69 students compared with 53.
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 Oughterside Primary School better than Plumbland CofE School?
On the Success Index (England), Plumbland CofE School ranks higher (46.4 vs 29.4 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 Oughterside Primary School and Plumbland CofE School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Wigton and Wigton in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Oughterside Primary School: 69. Plumbland CofE School: 53. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Oughterside Primary School and Plumbland CofE School rank in North West?
Oughterside Primary School is 1634th of 2,286 and Plumbland CofE School is unranked among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).