Arkana College vs Kingsgrove Public School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in New South Wales, 342 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Arkana College
Kingsgrove · Independent primary · K-6
231 students · ICSEA 1092
Kingsgrove Public School
Kingsgrove · Government primary · K-6
268 students · ICSEA 1010
| Measure | Arkana College Kingsgrove NSW | Kingsgrove Public School Kingsgrove NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 70 Top 25% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #301 of 1,619 | #833 of 1,619 |
| National rank (type) | #995 of 4,908 | #2541 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | K-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 231 | 268 |
| Girls / boys | 118 / 113 | 124 / 144 |
| Foundation intake | 40 | 33 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +31% | -39% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1092 | 1010 |
| ICSEA percentile | 82th | 51th |
| Top SEA quarter | 38% | 14% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 11% | 32% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 10.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 15.6 | 25.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 4.4 | 7.5 |
| Language background other than English | 66% | 77% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 3% |
| Suburb | Kingsgrove 2208 | Kingsgrove 2208 |
| Council area | Georges River | Georges River |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.arkana.nsw.edu.au | kingsgrove-p.schools.nsw.gov.au |
The verdict
- •Arkana College scores higher on the Success Index (70.2 vs 52.2).
- •Arkana College has the higher ICSEA (1092 vs 1010), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Kingsgrove Public School has fewer students per teacher (10.5 vs 14.8).
- •Kingsgrove Public School is the larger school with 268 students compared with 231.
- •Arkana College has grown faster over five years (31% vs -39%).
- •Arkana College is a independent school while Kingsgrove Public 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 Arkana College better than Kingsgrove Public School?
On the Success Index, Arkana College ranks higher (70.2 vs 52.2 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 Arkana College and Kingsgrove Public School?
About 342 m in a straight line, between Kingsgrove and Kingsgrove in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Arkana College has 14.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Kingsgrove Public School has 10.5.
How do Arkana College and Kingsgrove Public School rank in NSW?
Arkana College is 301st of 1,619 and Kingsgrove Public School is 833rd of 1,619 among primary schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.