Central West Leadership Academy vs Newcastle Waldorf 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.
Central West Leadership Academy
Dubbo · Independent combined · K-12
158 students · ICSEA 1072
Newcastle Waldorf School
Glendale · Independent combined · K-12
237 students · ICSEA 1072
| Measure | Central West Leadership Academy Dubbo NSW | Newcastle Waldorf School Glendale NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 61 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #134 of 314 | #138 of 314 |
| National rank (type) | #434 of 1,259 | #449 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | K-12 | K-12 |
| Students | 158 | 237 |
| Girls / boys | 78 / 80 | 121 / 116 |
| Foundation intake | 20 | 27 |
| Year 7 cohort | 27 | 23 |
| Year 12 cohort | 2 | 2 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +172% | +5% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1072 | 1072 |
| ICSEA percentile | 76th | 76th |
| Top SEA quarter | 34% | 34% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 9% | 10% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 10.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 12.6 | 22.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 4.6 | 17.3 |
| Language background other than English | 48% | 19% |
| Indigenous students | 6% | 9% |
| Suburb | Dubbo 2830 | Glendale 2285 |
| Council area | Dubbo | Lake Macquarie |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | theacademy.nsw.edu.au | www.newcastlewaldorfschool.nsw.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index scores (61.4 vs 60.9).
- •Newcastle Waldorf School has fewer students per teacher (10.5 vs 12.5).
- •Newcastle Waldorf School is the larger school with 237 students compared with 158.
- •Central West Leadership Academy has grown faster over five years (172% vs 5%).
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 Central West Leadership Academy better than Newcastle Waldorf School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index. Differences in sector, size, year range and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central West Leadership Academy and Newcastle Waldorf School?
About 295 km in a straight line, between Dubbo and Glendale in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Central West Leadership Academy has 12.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Newcastle Waldorf School has 10.5.
How do Central West Leadership Academy and Newcastle Waldorf School rank in NSW?
Central West Leadership Academy is 134th of 314 and Newcastle Waldorf School is 138th of 314 among combined schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.