Hayle Academy vs Penpol School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 623 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hayle Academy
Hayle · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
623 students
Penpol School
Hayle · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
429 students
| Measure | Hayle Academy Hayle, South West | Penpol School Hayle, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 37 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #277 of 402 | #893 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #2616 of 4,090 | #8290 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 623 | 429 |
| Pupils on roll | 623 | 429 |
| Free school meals | 30.9% | 21.2% |
| Capacity filled | 81% | 102.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 42.4 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 32.6% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 58.9% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.41 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Hayle | Hayle |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.hayleacademy.net/ | www.penpolschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Penpol School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (48.7 vs 36.8).
- •Hayle Academy is the larger school with 623 students compared with 429.
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 Hayle Academy better than Penpol School?
On the Success Index (England), Penpol School ranks higher (48.7 vs 36.8 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 Hayle Academy and Penpol School?
About 623 m in a straight line, between Hayle and Hayle in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hayle Academy: 623. Penpol School: 429. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hayle Academy and Penpol School rank in South West?
Hayle Academy is 277th of 402 and Penpol School is 893rd of 1,695 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).