Goulburn South Public School vs Northlakes Public School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in New South Wales, 239 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Goulburn South Public School
Goulburn · Government primary · K-6
160 students · ICSEA 905
Northlakes Public School
San Remo · Government primary · K-6
341 students · ICSEA 905
| Measure | Goulburn South Public School Goulburn NSW | Northlakes Public School San Remo NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 27 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #1427 of 1,619 | #1537 of 1,619 |
| National rank (type) | #4361 of 4,908 | #4658 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | K-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 160 | 341 |
| Girls / boys | 79 / 81 | 161 / 180 |
| Foundation intake | 25 | 60 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +0% | -10% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 905 | 905 |
| ICSEA percentile | 12th | 12th |
| Top SEA quarter | 3% | 1% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 65% | 62% |
| Students per teacher | 8.9 | 12.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 17.9 | 26.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 5.0 | 7.5 |
| Language background other than English | 16% | 8% |
| Indigenous students | 18% | 20% |
| Suburb | Goulburn 2580 | San Remo 2262 |
| Council area | Goulburn Mulwaree | Central Coast (NSW) |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | goulburns-p.schools.nsw.gov.au | northlake-p.schools.nsw.gov.au |
The verdict
- •Goulburn South Public School scores higher on the Success Index (26.9 vs 22.4).
- •Goulburn South Public School has fewer students per teacher (8.9 vs 12.9).
- •Northlakes Public School is the larger school with 341 students compared with 160.
- •Goulburn South Public School has grown faster over five years (0% vs -10%).
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 Goulburn South Public School better than Northlakes Public School?
On the Success Index, Goulburn South Public School ranks higher (26.9 vs 22.4 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 Goulburn South Public School and Northlakes Public School?
About 239 km in a straight line, between Goulburn and San Remo in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Goulburn South Public School has 8.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Northlakes Public School has 12.9.
How do Goulburn South Public School and Northlakes Public School rank in NSW?
Goulburn South Public School is 1427th of 1,619 and Northlakes Public School is 1537th of 1,619 among primary schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.