Canberra Christian School vs Canberra Montessori School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Australian Capital Territory, 5.0 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Canberra Christian School
Mawson · Independent primary · K-6
228 students · ICSEA 1087
Canberra Montessori School
Holder · Independent primary · K-6
96 students · ICSEA 1128
| Measure | Canberra Christian School Mawson ACT | Canberra Montessori School Holder ACT |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 65 Top 25% | 79 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #59 of 80 | #15 of 80 |
| National rank (type) | #1429 of 4,908 | #267 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | K-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 228 | 96 |
| Girls / boys | 116 / 112 | 51 / 45 |
| Foundation intake | 36 | 26 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +19% | +43% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1087 | 1128 |
| ICSEA percentile | 81th | 91th |
| Top SEA quarter | 30% | 56% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 6% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 11.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 13.1 | 8.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 3.0 | 10.1 |
| Language background other than English | 63% | 26% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 4% |
| Suburb | Mawson 2607 | Holder 2611 |
| Council area | Unincorporated ACT | Unincorporated ACT |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | ccs.act.edu.au | cms.act.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Canberra Montessori School scores higher on the Success Index (78.8 vs 65.4).
- •Canberra Montessori School has the higher ICSEA (1128 vs 1087), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Canberra Montessori School has fewer students per teacher (11.4 vs 17.4).
- •Canberra Christian School is the larger school with 228 students compared with 96.
- •Canberra Montessori School has grown faster over five years (43% vs 19%).
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 Canberra Christian School better than Canberra Montessori School?
On the Success Index, Canberra Montessori School ranks higher (78.8 vs 65.4 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 Canberra Christian School and Canberra Montessori School?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Mawson and Holder in Australian Capital Territory.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Canberra Christian School has 17.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Canberra Montessori School has 11.4.
How do Canberra Christian School and Canberra Montessori School rank in ACT?
Canberra Christian School is 59th of 80 and Canberra Montessori School is 15th of 80 among primary schools in Australian Capital Territory on the 2025 Success Index.