Camborne Science and International Academy vs Penponds School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 1.4 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
Penponds School
Camborne · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
104 students
| Measure | Camborne Science and International Academy Camborne, South West | Penponds School Camborne, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 67 Top 50% | 91 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #97 of 402 | #70 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #1140 of 4,090 | #736 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 1,751 | 104 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,751 | 104 |
| Free school meals | 25.7% | 3.8% |
| Capacity filled | 107.8% | 99% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 78% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 28% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 49.7 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 46.7% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 69.2% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.21 | – |
| A level points per entry | 41.0 | – |
| town | Camborne | Camborne |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.cambornescience.co.uk/ | www.penponds.cornwall.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Penponds School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (90.6 vs 67.2).
- •Camborne Science and International Academy is the larger school with 1,751 students compared with 104.
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 Penponds School?
On the Success Index (England), Penponds School ranks higher (90.6 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 Penponds School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Camborne and Camborne in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Camborne Science and International Academy: 1,751. Penponds School: 104. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Camborne Science and International Academy and Penponds School rank in South West?
Camborne Science and International Academy is 97th of 402 and Penponds School is 70th of 1,695 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).