Arkana College vs St Ursula's College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New South Wales, 979 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
St Ursula's College
Kingsgrove · Catholic high school · 7-12
1,110 students · ICSEA 1095
| Measure | Arkana College Kingsgrove NSW | St Ursula's College Kingsgrove NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 70 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #301 of 1,619 | #92 of 539 |
| National rank (type) | #995 of 4,908 | #251 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Independent | Catholic |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | K-6 | 7-12 |
| Students | 231 | 1,110 |
| Girls / boys | 118 / 113 | 1,110 / 0 |
| Foundation intake | 40 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | – | 198 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 184 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +31% | +1% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1092 | 1095 |
| ICSEA percentile | 82th | 83th |
| Top SEA quarter | 38% | 35% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 11% | 7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 13.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 15.6 | 82.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 4.4 | 18.9 |
| Language background other than English | 66% | 85% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 1% |
| Suburb | Kingsgrove 2208 | Kingsgrove 2208 |
| Council area | Georges River | Bayside (NSW) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.arkana.nsw.edu.au | stursulakingsgrove.syd.catholic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •St Ursula's College scores higher on the Success Index (71.5 vs 70.2).
- •St Ursula's College has the higher ICSEA (1095 vs 1092), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •St Ursula's College has fewer students per teacher (13.5 vs 14.8).
- •St Ursula's College is the larger school with 1,110 students compared with 231.
- •Arkana College has grown faster over five years (31% vs 1%).
- •Arkana College is a independent school while St Ursula's College 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 Arkana College better than St Ursula's College?
On the Success Index, St Ursula's College ranks higher (71.5 vs 70.2 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 St Ursula's College?
About 979 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 St Ursula's College has 13.5.
How do Arkana College and St Ursula's College rank in NSW?
Arkana College is 301st of 1,619 and St Ursula's College is 92nd of 539 among primary schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.