Mounts Bay Academy vs Pendeen School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 8.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mounts Bay Academy
Penzance · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
922 students
Pendeen School
Penzance · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
79 students
| Measure | Mounts Bay Academy Penzance, South West | Pendeen School Penzance, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 47 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #220 of 402 | #1590 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #2138 of 4,090 | #14444 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 922 | 79 |
| Pupils on roll | 922 | 79 |
| Free school meals | 23.9% | 36.7% |
| Capacity filled | 90.4% | 66.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 50% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 0% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 43.7 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 37.7% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 66% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.82 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Penzance | Penzance |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.mountsbay.org | www.pendeenschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Mounts Bay Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (46.5 vs 16.9).
- •Mounts Bay Academy is the larger school with 922 students compared with 79.
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 Mounts Bay Academy better than Pendeen School?
On the Success Index (England), Mounts Bay Academy ranks higher (46.5 vs 16.9 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 Mounts Bay Academy and Pendeen School?
About 8.2 km in a straight line, between Penzance and Penzance in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Mounts Bay Academy: 922. Pendeen School: 79. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Mounts Bay Academy and Pendeen School rank in South West?
Mounts Bay Academy is 220th of 402 and Pendeen School is 1590th of 1,695 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).