Arawang Primary School vs Chapman Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Australian Capital Territory, 1.5 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Arawang Primary School
Waramanga · Government primary · K-6
469 students · ICSEA 1113
Chapman Primary School
Chapman · Government primary · K-6
502 students · ICSEA 1106
| Measure | Arawang Primary School Waramanga ACT | Chapman Primary School Chapman ACT |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 75 Top 10% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #28 of 80 | #49 of 80 |
| National rank (type) | #516 of 4,908 | #1247 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | K-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 469 | 502 |
| Girls / boys | 223 / 246 | 256 / 246 |
| Foundation intake | 70 | 68 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -5% | -8% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1113 | 1106 |
| ICSEA percentile | 88th | 86th |
| Top SEA quarter | 48% | 46% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 8% | 8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 15.1 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 32.4 | 33.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 6.8 | 9.3 |
| Language background other than English | 17% | 18% |
| Indigenous students | 3% | 4% |
| Suburb | Waramanga 2611 | Chapman 2611 |
| Council area | Unincorporated ACT | Unincorporated ACT |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.arawangps.act.edu.au/ | www.chapmanps.act.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Arawang Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (75.2 vs 67.5).
- •Arawang Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1113 vs 1106), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Arawang Primary School has fewer students per teacher (14.5 vs 15.1).
- •Chapman Primary School is the larger school with 502 students compared with 469.
The Success Index summarises community advantage, resourcing and momentum from ACARA data. It does not measure teaching quality, results or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Arawang Primary School better than Chapman Primary School?
On the Success Index, Arawang Primary School ranks higher (75.2 vs 67.5 out of 100). The index measures community advantage and momentum from ACARA data, not teaching quality, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Arawang Primary School and Chapman Primary School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Waramanga and Chapman in Australian Capital Territory.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Arawang Primary School has 14.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Chapman Primary School has 15.1.
How do Arawang Primary School and Chapman Primary School rank in ACT?
Arawang Primary School is 28th of 80 and Chapman Primary School is 49th of 80 among primary schools in Australian Capital Territory on the 2025 Success Index.