Canberra Christian School vs Farrer Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Australian Capital Territory, 2.6 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
Farrer Primary School
Farrer · Government primary · K-6
252 students · ICSEA 1098
| Measure | Canberra Christian School Mawson ACT | Farrer Primary School Farrer ACT |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 65 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #59 of 80 | #41 of 80 |
| National rank (type) | #1429 of 4,908 | #987 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | K-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 228 | 252 |
| Girls / boys | 116 / 112 | 109 / 143 |
| Foundation intake | 36 | 37 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +19% | -28% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1087 | 1098 |
| ICSEA percentile | 81th | 84th |
| Top SEA quarter | 30% | 44% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 6% | 11% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 12.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 13.1 | 20.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 3.0 | 6.4 |
| Language background other than English | 63% | 24% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 3% |
| Suburb | Mawson 2607 | Farrer 2607 |
| Council area | Unincorporated ACT | Unincorporated ACT |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | ccs.act.edu.au | www.farrerps.act.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Farrer Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (70.3 vs 65.4).
- •Farrer Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1098 vs 1087), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Farrer Primary School has fewer students per teacher (12.4 vs 17.4).
- •Farrer Primary School is the larger school with 252 students compared with 228.
- •Canberra Christian School has grown faster over five years (19% vs -28%).
- •Canberra Christian School is a independent school while Farrer Primary School is a government school, so fees and enrolment rules differ.
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 Farrer Primary School?
On the Success Index, Farrer Primary School ranks higher (70.3 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 Farrer Primary School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Mawson and Farrer 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 Farrer Primary School has 12.4.
How do Canberra Christian School and Farrer Primary School rank in ACT?
Canberra Christian School is 59th of 80 and Farrer Primary School is 41st of 80 among primary schools in Australian Capital Territory on the 2025 Success Index.