Camborne Science and International Academy vs Pool Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in South West, England, 3.3 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
Pool Academy
Redruth · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
714 students
| Measure | Camborne Science and International Academy Camborne, South West | Pool Academy Redruth, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 67 Top 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #97 of 402 | #275 of 402 |
| National rank | #1140 of 4,090 | #2595 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,751 | 714 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,751 | 714 |
| Free school meals | 25.7% | 32.4% |
| Capacity filled | 107.8% | 68% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 49.7 | 41.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 46.7% | 37.9% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 69.2% | 61.2% |
| EBacc average points | 4.21 | 3.57 |
| A level points per entry | 41.0 | – |
| town | Camborne | Redruth |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.cambornescience.co.uk/ | poolacademy.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Camborne Science and International Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (67.2 vs 37.2).
- •Camborne Science and International Academy is the larger school with 1,751 students compared with 714.
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 Pool Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Camborne Science and International Academy ranks higher (67.2 vs 37.2 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 Pool Academy?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Camborne and Redruth in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Camborne Science and International Academy: 1,751. Pool Academy: 714. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Camborne Science and International Academy and Pool Academy rank in South West?
Camborne Science and International Academy is 97th of 402 and Pool Academy is 275th of 402 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).