St Francis of Assisi Primary School vs Theodore Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Australian Capital Territory, 865 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
St Francis of Assisi Primary School
Calwell · Catholic primary · K-6
516 students · ICSEA 1055
Theodore Primary School
Theodore · Government primary · K-6
206 students · ICSEA 974
| Measure | St Francis of Assisi Primary School Calwell ACT | Theodore Primary School Theodore ACT |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 60 Top 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #68 of 80 | #79 of 80 |
| National rank (type) | #1952 of 4,908 | #3562 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Catholic | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | K-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 516 | 206 |
| Girls / boys | 266 / 250 | 83 / 123 |
| Foundation intake | 74 | 28 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +11% | -25% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1055 | 974 |
| ICSEA percentile | 70th | 35th |
| Top SEA quarter | 23% | 9% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 13% | 43% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 11.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 31.0 | 18.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 12.5 | 7.8 |
| Language background other than English | 10% | 12% |
| Indigenous students | 6% | 11% |
| Suburb | Calwell 2905 | Theodore 2905 |
| Council area | Unincorporated ACT | Unincorporated ACT |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.stfa.act.edu.au | www.theops.act.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •St Francis of Assisi Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (59.7 vs 38.2).
- •St Francis of Assisi Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1055 vs 974), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Theodore Primary School has fewer students per teacher (11.3 vs 16.6).
- •St Francis of Assisi Primary School is the larger school with 516 students compared with 206.
- •St Francis of Assisi Primary School has grown faster over five years (11% vs -25%).
- •St Francis of Assisi Primary School is a catholic school while Theodore 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 St Francis of Assisi Primary School better than Theodore Primary School?
On the Success Index, St Francis of Assisi Primary School ranks higher (59.7 vs 38.2 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 St Francis of Assisi Primary School and Theodore Primary School?
About 865 m in a straight line, between Calwell and Theodore in Australian Capital Territory.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
St Francis of Assisi Primary School has 16.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Theodore Primary School has 11.3.
How do St Francis of Assisi Primary School and Theodore Primary School rank in ACT?
St Francis of Assisi Primary School is 68th of 80 and Theodore Primary School is 79th of 80 among primary schools in Australian Capital Territory on the 2025 Success Index.