Biraban Public School vs Lismore Public School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in New South Wales, 494 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Biraban Public School
Toronto · Government primary · K-6
163 students · ICSEA 871
Lismore Public School
Lismore · Government primary · K-6
179 students · ICSEA 871
| Measure | Biraban Public School Toronto NSW | Lismore Public School Lismore NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 31 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #1314 of 1,619 | #1569 of 1,619 |
| National rank (type) | #4064 of 4,908 | #4732 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | K-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 163 | 179 |
| Girls / boys | 68 / 95 | 70 / 109 |
| Foundation intake | 21 | 26 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +38% | -28% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 871 | 871 |
| ICSEA percentile | 6th | 7th |
| Top SEA quarter | 6% | 2% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 58% | 70% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 8.8 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 16.8 | 20.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 5.9 | 6.9 |
| Language background other than English | 12% | 5% |
| Indigenous students | 47% | 34% |
| Suburb | Toronto 2283 | Lismore 2480 |
| Council area | Lake Macquarie | Lismore |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | biraban-p.schools.nsw.gov.au | lismore-p.schools.nsw.gov.au |
The verdict
- •Biraban Public School scores higher on the Success Index (30.7 vs 20.9).
- •Lismore Public School has fewer students per teacher (8.8 vs 9.7).
- •Lismore Public School is the larger school with 179 students compared with 163.
- •Biraban Public School has grown faster over five years (38% vs -28%).
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 Biraban Public School better than Lismore Public School?
On the Success Index, Biraban Public School ranks higher (30.7 vs 20.9 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 Biraban Public School and Lismore Public School?
About 494 km in a straight line, between Toronto and Lismore in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Biraban Public School has 9.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Lismore Public School has 8.8.
How do Biraban Public School and Lismore Public School rank in NSW?
Biraban Public School is 1314th of 1,619 and Lismore Public School is 1569th of 1,619 among primary schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.