The Best Schools In Penzance Rated & Reviewed


School Guide has helped 20 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Penzance. These top schools near Penzance are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.

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1

Mousehole School

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Our number one ranked school in Penzance based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Mousehole School.

Pupils
102
Ages
2 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
2

Gulval School

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Gulval School is ranked second in Penzance based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
219
Ages
2 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led
3

Nancledra School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Penzance based on our authoritative ranking is Nancledra School.

Pupils
89
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
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4

Alverton Primary School

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The school ranked at number four in our Penzance league table is Alverton Primary School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
390
Ages
2 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
5

St Buryan Primary School

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Our number five ranked school in Penzance based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is St Buryan Primary School.

Pupils
59
Ages
2 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter

Top 5 best performing schools in Penzance and their catchment areas in Penzance ranked by School Guide in 2025

  • Mousehole School
  • Gulval School
  • Nancledra School
  • Alverton Primary School
  • St Buryan Primary School

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