Camborne Science and International Academy vs Norton Hill Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in South West, England, 232 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Camborne Science and International Academy
Camborne · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,751 students
Norton Hill Academy
Radstock · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,757 students
| Measure | Camborne Science and International Academy Camborne, South West | Norton Hill Academy Radstock, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 67 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #97 of 402 | #71 of 402 |
| National rank | #1140 of 4,090 | #921 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,751 | 1,757 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,751 | 1,757 |
| Free school meals | 25.7% | 18.2% |
| Capacity filled | 107.8% | 102.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 49.7 | 50.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 46.7% | 53.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 69.2% | 76.3% |
| EBacc average points | 4.21 | 4.44 |
| A level points per entry | 41.0 | 36.9 |
| town | Camborne | Radstock |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.cambornescience.co.uk/ | www.nortonhillschool.com |
The verdict
- •Norton Hill Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (72.3 vs 67.2).
- •Norton Hill Academy is the larger school with 1,757 students compared with 1,751.
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 Camborne Science and International Academy better than Norton Hill Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Norton Hill Academy ranks higher (72.3 vs 67.2 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 Camborne Science and International Academy and Norton Hill Academy?
About 232 km in a straight line, between Camborne and Radstock in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Camborne Science and International Academy: 1,751. Norton Hill Academy: 1,757. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Camborne Science and International Academy and Norton Hill Academy rank in South West?
Camborne Science and International Academy is 97th of 402 and Norton Hill Academy is 71st of 402 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).