Balranald Central School vs Lockhart Central School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in New South Wales, 295 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Balranald Central School
Balranald · Government combined · K-12
179 students · ICSEA 876
Lockhart Central School
Lockhart · Government combined · K-12
88 students · ICSEA 874
| Measure | Balranald Central School Balranald NSW | Lockhart Central School Lockhart NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 29 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #294 of 314 | #290 of 314 |
| National rank (type) | #1105 of 1,259 | #1080 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | K-12 | K-12 |
| Students | 179 | 88 |
| Girls / boys | 88 / 91 | 49 / 39 |
| Foundation intake | 8 | 5 |
| Year 7 cohort | 12 | 10 |
| Year 12 cohort | 13 | 4 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +16% | +14% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 876 | 874 |
| ICSEA percentile | 7th | 7th |
| Top SEA quarter | 1% | 2% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 69% | 65% |
| Students per teacher | 8.2 | 6.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 21.7 | 14.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 8.6 | 5.0 |
| Language background other than English | 10% | 0% |
| Indigenous students | 20% | 26% |
| Suburb | Balranald 2715 | Lockhart 2656 |
| Council area | Balranald | Lockhart |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Outer Regional |
| Website | balranald-c.schools.nsw.gov.au | lockhart-c.schools.nsw.gov.au |
The verdict
- •Lockhart Central School scores higher on the Success Index (29.8 vs 28.6).
- •Balranald Central School has the higher ICSEA (876 vs 874), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Lockhart Central School has fewer students per teacher (6.0 vs 8.2).
- •Balranald Central School is the larger school with 179 students compared with 88.
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 Balranald Central School better than Lockhart Central School?
On the Success Index, Lockhart Central School ranks higher (29.8 vs 28.6 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 Balranald Central School and Lockhart Central School?
About 295 km in a straight line, between Balranald and Lockhart in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Balranald Central School has 8.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Lockhart Central School has 6.0.
How do Balranald Central School and Lockhart Central School rank in NSW?
Balranald Central School is 294th of 314 and Lockhart Central School is 290th of 314 among combined schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.