North Ainslie Primary School vs Rosary Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Australian Capital Territory, 1.4 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
North Ainslie Primary School
Ainslie · Government primary · K-6
527 students · ICSEA 1145
Rosary Primary School
Watson · Catholic primary · K-6
369 students · ICSEA 1121
| Measure | North Ainslie Primary School Ainslie ACT | Rosary Primary School Watson ACT |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 78 Top 10% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #16 of 80 | #35 of 80 |
| National rank (type) | #303 of 4,908 | #752 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Catholic |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | K-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 527 | 369 |
| Girls / boys | 254 / 273 | 200 / 169 |
| Foundation intake | 58 | 49 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -18% | +16% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1145 | 1121 |
| ICSEA percentile | 94th | 90th |
| Top SEA quarter | 63% | 50% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 6% | 4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 17.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 36.4 | 21.5 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 9.4 | 5.8 |
| Language background other than English | 30% | 15% |
| Indigenous students | 4% | 1% |
| Suburb | Ainslie 2602 | Watson 2602 |
| Council area | Unincorporated ACT | Unincorporated ACT |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.nthainslieps.act.edu.au/ | www.rosary.act.edu.au |
The verdict
- •North Ainslie Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (78.3 vs 72.9).
- •North Ainslie Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1145 vs 1121), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •North Ainslie Primary School has fewer students per teacher (14.5 vs 17.2).
- •North Ainslie Primary School is the larger school with 527 students compared with 369.
- •Rosary Primary School has grown faster over five years (16% vs -18%).
- •North Ainslie Primary School is a government school while Rosary Primary School is a catholic 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 North Ainslie Primary School better than Rosary Primary School?
On the Success Index, North Ainslie Primary School ranks higher (78.3 vs 72.9 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 North Ainslie Primary School and Rosary Primary School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Ainslie and Watson in Australian Capital Territory.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
North Ainslie Primary School has 14.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Rosary Primary School has 17.2.
How do North Ainslie Primary School and Rosary Primary School rank in ACT?
North Ainslie Primary School is 16th of 80 and Rosary Primary School is 35th of 80 among primary schools in Australian Capital Territory on the 2025 Success Index.