Australian International Academy, Sydney, Strathfield Campus vs Strathfield South Public School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New South Wales, 434 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Australian International Academy, Sydney, Strathfield Campus
Strathfield · Independent combined · K-12
493 students · ICSEA 1074
Strathfield South Public School
Strathfield · Government primary · K-6
423 students · ICSEA 1084
| Measure | Australian International Academy, Sydney, Strathfield Campus Strathfield NSW | Strathfield South Public School Strathfield NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 60 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #147 of 314 | #606 of 1,619 |
| National rank (type) | #466 of 1,259 | #1848 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | K-12 | K-6 |
| Students | 493 | 423 |
| Girls / boys | 240 / 253 | 200 / 223 |
| Foundation intake | 32 | 52 |
| Year 7 cohort | 46 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 32 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +9% | -41% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1074 | 1084 |
| ICSEA percentile | 77th | 80th |
| Top SEA quarter | 28% | 34% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 13% | 11% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 15.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 44.8 | 28.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 18.4 | 3.6 |
| Language background other than English | 99% | 92% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 1% |
| Suburb | Strathfield 2135 | Strathfield 2135 |
| Council area | Strathfield | Strathfield |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | strathfield.aia.nsw.edu.au/ | strathfies-p.schools.nsw.gov.au |
The verdict
- •Strathfield South Public School scores higher on the Success Index (61.0 vs 59.7).
- •Strathfield South Public School has the higher ICSEA (1084 vs 1074), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Australian International Academy, Sydney, Strathfield Campus has fewer students per teacher (11.0 vs 15.0).
- •Australian International Academy, Sydney, Strathfield Campus is the larger school with 493 students compared with 423.
- •Australian International Academy, Sydney, Strathfield Campus has grown faster over five years (9% vs -41%).
- •Australian International Academy, Sydney, Strathfield Campus is a independent school while Strathfield South 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 Australian International Academy, Sydney, Strathfield Campus better than Strathfield South Public School?
On the Success Index, Strathfield South Public School ranks higher (61.0 vs 59.7 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 Australian International Academy, Sydney, Strathfield Campus and Strathfield South Public School?
About 434 m in a straight line, between Strathfield and Strathfield in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Australian International Academy, Sydney, Strathfield Campus has 11.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Strathfield South Public School has 15.0.
How do Australian International Academy, Sydney, Strathfield Campus and Strathfield South Public School rank in NSW?
Australian International Academy, Sydney, Strathfield Campus is 147th of 314 and Strathfield South Public School is 606th of 1,619 among combined schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.