Al-Faisal College vs International Maarif Schools of Australia
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in New South Wales, 527 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Al-Faisal College
Auburn · Independent combined · K-12
2,282 students · ICSEA 1077
International Maarif Schools of Australia
Auburn · Independent combined · K-11
362 students · ICSEA 1043
| Measure | Al-Faisal College Auburn NSW | International Maarif Schools of Australia Auburn NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 57 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #162 of 314 | #114 of 314 |
| National rank (type) | #511 of 1,259 | #360 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | K-12 | K-11 |
| Students | 2,282 | 362 |
| Girls / boys | 1,150 / 1,132 | 174 / 188 |
| Foundation intake | 194 | 19 |
| Year 7 cohort | 173 | 21 |
| Year 12 cohort | 133 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +4% | +215% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1077 | 1043 |
| ICSEA percentile | 77th | 65th |
| Top SEA quarter | 32% | 19% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 14% | 20% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 9.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 144.8 | 40.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 37.3 | 10.2 |
| Language background other than English | 100% | 95% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 1% |
| Suburb | Auburn 2144 | Auburn 2144 |
| Council area | Cumberland | Cumberland |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.afc.nsw.edu.au | www.maarif.nsw.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •International Maarif Schools of Australia scores higher on the Success Index (65.2 vs 56.7).
- •Al-Faisal College has the higher ICSEA (1077 vs 1043), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •International Maarif Schools of Australia has fewer students per teacher (9.0 vs 15.8).
- •Al-Faisal College is the larger school with 2,282 students compared with 362.
- •International Maarif Schools of Australia has grown faster over five years (215% vs 4%).
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 Al-Faisal College better than International Maarif Schools of Australia?
On the Success Index, International Maarif Schools of Australia ranks higher (65.2 vs 56.7 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 Al-Faisal College and International Maarif Schools of Australia?
About 527 m in a straight line, between Auburn and Auburn in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Al-Faisal College has 15.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and International Maarif Schools of Australia has 9.0.
How do Al-Faisal College and International Maarif Schools of Australia rank in NSW?
Al-Faisal College is 162nd of 314 and International Maarif Schools of Australia is 114th of 314 among combined schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.