Holy Cross College vs Putney Public School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New South Wales, 911 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Holy Cross College
Ryde · Catholic high school · 7-12
786 students · ICSEA 1065
Putney Public School
Ryde · Government primary · K-6
357 students · ICSEA 1114
| Measure | Holy Cross College Ryde NSW | Putney Public School Ryde NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 68 Top 25% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #139 of 539 | #504 of 1,619 |
| National rank (type) | #339 of 1,472 | #1520 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Catholic | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | 7-12 | K-6 |
| Students | 786 | 357 |
| Girls / boys | 0 / 786 | 161 / 196 |
| Foundation intake | – | 41 |
| Year 7 cohort | 140 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 81 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +13% | -28% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1065 | 1114 |
| ICSEA percentile | 74th | 88th |
| Top SEA quarter | 26% | 45% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 12% | 6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 18.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 61.0 | 19.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 12.4 | 3.1 |
| Language background other than English | 65% | 50% |
| Indigenous students | 3% | 1% |
| Suburb | Ryde 2112 | Ryde 2112 |
| Council area | Ryde | Ryde |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | hccryde.syd.catholic.edu.au | putney-p.schools.nsw.gov.au |
The verdict
- •Holy Cross College scores higher on the Success Index (67.6 vs 64.3).
- •Putney Public School has the higher ICSEA (1114 vs 1065), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Holy Cross College has fewer students per teacher (12.9 vs 18.0).
- •Holy Cross College is the larger school with 786 students compared with 357.
- •Holy Cross College has grown faster over five years (13% vs -28%).
- •Holy Cross College is a catholic school while Putney Public School is a government school, so fees and enrolment rules differ.
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 Holy Cross College better than Putney Public School?
On the Success Index, Holy Cross College ranks higher (67.6 vs 64.3 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 Holy Cross College and Putney Public School?
About 911 m in a straight line, between Ryde and Ryde in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Holy Cross College has 12.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Putney Public School has 18.0.
How do Holy Cross College and Putney Public School rank in NSW?
Holy Cross College is 139th of 539 and Putney Public School is 504th of 1,619 among secondary schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.