Islamic School of Canberra vs Orana Steiner School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Australian Capital Territory, 316 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Islamic School of Canberra
Weston · Independent combined · K-11
455 students · ICSEA 1073
Orana Steiner School
Weston · Independent combined · K-12
413 students · ICSEA 1136
| Measure | Islamic School of Canberra Weston ACT | Orana Steiner School Weston ACT |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 60 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #16 of 23 | #10 of 23 |
| National rank (type) | #467 of 1,259 | #237 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | K-11 | K-12 |
| Students | 455 | 413 |
| Girls / boys | 205 / 250 | 192 / 221 |
| Foundation intake | 28 | 23 |
| Year 7 cohort | 49 | 49 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 18 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +85% | -20% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1073 | 1136 |
| ICSEA percentile | 76th | 92th |
| Top SEA quarter | 23% | 55% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 7% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 9.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 30.8 | 41.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 20.0 | 26.3 |
| Language background other than English | 97% | 8% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 2% |
| Suburb | Weston 2611 | Weston 2611 |
| Council area | Unincorporated ACT | Unincorporated ACT |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.islamicschoolofcanberra.act.edu.au/ | www.oranaschool.com |
The verdict
- •Orana Steiner School scores higher on the Success Index (71.3 vs 59.7).
- •Orana Steiner School has the higher ICSEA (1136 vs 1073), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Orana Steiner School has fewer students per teacher (9.9 vs 14.8).
- •Islamic School of Canberra is the larger school with 455 students compared with 413.
- •Islamic School of Canberra has grown faster over five years (85% vs -20%).
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 Islamic School of Canberra better than Orana Steiner School?
On the Success Index, Orana Steiner School ranks higher (71.3 vs 59.7 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 Islamic School of Canberra and Orana Steiner School?
About 316 m in a straight line, between Weston and Weston in Australian Capital Territory.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Islamic School of Canberra has 14.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Orana Steiner School has 9.9.
How do Islamic School of Canberra and Orana Steiner School rank in ACT?
Islamic School of Canberra is 16th of 23 and Orana Steiner School is 10th of 23 among combined schools in Australian Capital Territory on the 2025 Success Index.