Condobolin Public School vs Heckenberg Public School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in New South Wales, 359 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Condobolin Public School
Condobolin · Government primary · K-6
256 students · ICSEA 848
Heckenberg Public School
Heckenberg · Government primary · K-6
209 students · ICSEA 848
| Measure | Condobolin Public School Condobolin NSW | Heckenberg Public School Heckenberg NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 23 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #1528 of 1,619 | #1563 of 1,619 |
| National rank (type) | #4631 of 4,908 | #4719 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | K-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 256 | 209 |
| Girls / boys | 120 / 136 | 105 / 104 |
| Foundation intake | 44 | 27 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -11% | +0% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 848 | 848 |
| ICSEA percentile | 5th | 5th |
| Top SEA quarter | 6% | 1% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 61% | 81% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 9.8 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 20.3 | 21.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 7.6 | 2.4 |
| Language background other than English | 5% | 65% |
| Indigenous students | 52% | 17% |
| Suburb | Condobolin 2877 | Heckenberg 2168 |
| Council area | Lachlan | Liverpool |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | condobolin-p.schools.nsw.gov.au | heckenberg-p.schools.nsw.gov.au |
The verdict
- •Condobolin Public School scores higher on the Success Index (22.8 vs 21.3).
- •Heckenberg Public School has fewer students per teacher (9.8 vs 12.6).
- •Condobolin Public School is the larger school with 256 students compared with 209.
- •Heckenberg Public School has grown faster over five years (0% vs -11%).
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 Condobolin Public School better than Heckenberg Public School?
On the Success Index, Condobolin Public School ranks higher (22.8 vs 21.3 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 Condobolin Public School and Heckenberg Public School?
About 359 km in a straight line, between Condobolin and Heckenberg in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Condobolin Public School has 12.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Heckenberg Public School has 9.8.
How do Condobolin Public School and Heckenberg Public School rank in NSW?
Condobolin Public School is 1528th of 1,619 and Heckenberg Public School is 1563rd of 1,619 among primary schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.