How many schools are there in Carnforth?

There are 18 schools in Carnforth listed on FindGreatSchools: 15 primary, 1 secondary and 2 special. Each listing links to a full profile with Ofsted information, results and demographics where published.

Which are the top-rated schools in Carnforth?

Under our composite score, St Mary's CofE Primary School is the highest-ranked primary school and Carnforth High School is the highest-ranked secondary school in Carnforth. The score blends Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement into one A to F grade, weighted by data completeness. Independent and special schools are listed by Ofsted rating rather than scored.

Why are primary and secondary schools ranked separately?

Because they are measured on different things: primary schools on Key Stage 2 SATs, secondary schools on GCSE results and Progress 8. A grade A primary and a grade A secondary are not the same measurement, so we never rank them against each other. Each phase has its own full ranking for Carnforth, linked from its section above.

The best schools in Carnforth

Compare 18 schools in Carnforth on one page: the top-rated primary and secondary schools ranked by Ofsted, SATs and GCSE results and our composite score, plus every special school in the area. Top of the list: St Mary's CofE Primary School (primary) and Carnforth High School (secondary).

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