Kingsford Smith School vs Wanniassa School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Australian Capital Territory, 20 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Kingsford Smith School
Holt · Government combined · K-10
742 students · ICSEA 991
Wanniassa School
Wanniassa · Government combined · K-10
538 students · ICSEA 991
| Measure | Kingsford Smith School Holt ACT | Wanniassa School Wanniassa ACT |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 42 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #21 of 23 | #20 of 23 |
| National rank (type) | #825 of 1,259 | #758 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | K-10 | K-10 |
| Students | 742 | 538 |
| Girls / boys | 361 / 381 | 252 / 286 |
| Foundation intake | 52 | 42 |
| Year 7 cohort | 90 | 104 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -16% | +20% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 991 | 991 |
| ICSEA percentile | 43th | 43th |
| Top SEA quarter | 12% | 13% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 33% | 35% |
| Students per teacher | 9.2 | 10.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 80.3 | 52.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 39.6 | 27.3 |
| Language background other than English | 35% | 23% |
| Indigenous students | 9% | 9% |
| Suburb | Holt 2615 | Wanniassa 2903 |
| Council area | Unincorporated ACT | Unincorporated ACT |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.kss.act.edu.au/ | www.wans.act.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Wanniassa School scores higher on the Success Index (45.4 vs 41.9).
- •Kingsford Smith School has fewer students per teacher (9.2 vs 10.3).
- •Kingsford Smith School is the larger school with 742 students compared with 538.
- •Wanniassa School has grown faster over five years (20% vs -16%).
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 Kingsford Smith School better than Wanniassa School?
On the Success Index, Wanniassa School ranks higher (45.4 vs 41.9 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 Kingsford Smith School and Wanniassa School?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Holt and Wanniassa in Australian Capital Territory.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Kingsford Smith School has 9.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Wanniassa School has 10.3.
How do Kingsford Smith School and Wanniassa School rank in ACT?
Kingsford Smith School is 21st of 23 and Wanniassa School is 20th of 23 among combined schools in Australian Capital Territory on the 2025 Success Index.