Glebe Public School vs Ultimo Public School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in New South Wales, 942 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Glebe Public School
Glebe · Government primary · K-6
193 students · ICSEA 982
Ultimo Public School
Ultimo · Government primary · K-6
483 students · ICSEA 1088
| Measure | Glebe Public School Glebe NSW | Ultimo Public School Ultimo NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 42 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #1052 of 1,619 | #235 of 1,619 |
| National rank (type) | #3298 of 4,908 | #815 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | K-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 193 | 483 |
| Girls / boys | 90 / 103 | 227 / 256 |
| Foundation intake | 24 | 76 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -35% | +27% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 982 | 1088 |
| ICSEA percentile | 39th | 81th |
| Top SEA quarter | 26% | 35% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 35% | 8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 15.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 13.6 | 30.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 3.5 | 3.8 |
| Language background other than English | 66% | 71% |
| Indigenous students | 26% | 3% |
| Suburb | Glebe 2037 | Ultimo 2007 |
| Council area | Sydney | Sydney |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | glebe-p.schools.nsw.gov.au | ultimo-p.schools.nsw.gov.au |
The verdict
- •Ultimo Public School scores higher on the Success Index (72.2 vs 41.8).
- •Ultimo Public School has the higher ICSEA (1088 vs 982), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Glebe Public School has fewer students per teacher (14.2 vs 15.9).
- •Ultimo Public School is the larger school with 483 students compared with 193.
- •Ultimo Public School has grown faster over five years (27% vs -35%).
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 Glebe Public School better than Ultimo Public School?
On the Success Index, Ultimo Public School ranks higher (72.2 vs 41.8 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 Glebe Public School and Ultimo Public School?
About 942 m in a straight line, between Glebe and Ultimo in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Glebe Public School has 14.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Ultimo Public School has 15.9.
How do Glebe Public School and Ultimo Public School rank in NSW?
Glebe Public School is 1052nd of 1,619 and Ultimo Public School is 235th of 1,619 among primary schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.