Hunter Christian School vs Mayfield West Public School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New South Wales, 766 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Hunter Christian School
Mayfield · Independent combined · K-12
337 students · ICSEA 1061
Mayfield West Public School
Mayfield · Government primary · P-6
342 students · ICSEA 1033
| Measure | Hunter Christian School Mayfield NSW | Mayfield West Public School Mayfield NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 57 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #160 of 314 | #548 of 1,619 |
| National rank (type) | #504 of 1,259 | #1684 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | K-12 | P-6 |
| Students | 337 | 342 |
| Girls / boys | 172 / 165 | 183 / 159 |
| Foundation intake | 18 | 53 |
| Year 7 cohort | 40 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 23 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -4% | +6% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1061 | 1033 |
| ICSEA percentile | 72th | 61th |
| Top SEA quarter | 29% | 27% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 14% | 21% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 15.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 27.2 | 21.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 12.7 | 4.1 |
| Language background other than English | 8% | 23% |
| Indigenous students | 6% | 13% |
| Suburb | Mayfield 2304 | Mayfield 2304 |
| Council area | Newcastle | Newcastle |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.hunterchristian.nsw.edu.au | mayfieldw-p.schools.nsw.gov.au |
The verdict
- •Mayfield West Public School scores higher on the Success Index (62.6 vs 57.2).
- •Hunter Christian School has the higher ICSEA (1061 vs 1033), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Hunter Christian School has fewer students per teacher (12.4 vs 15.7).
- •Mayfield West Public School is the larger school with 342 students compared with 337.
- •Mayfield West Public School has grown faster over five years (6% vs -4%).
- •Hunter Christian School is a independent school while Mayfield West 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 Hunter Christian School better than Mayfield West Public School?
On the Success Index, Mayfield West Public School ranks higher (62.6 vs 57.2 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 Hunter Christian School and Mayfield West Public School?
About 766 m in a straight line, between Mayfield and Mayfield in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Hunter Christian School has 12.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Mayfield West Public School has 15.7.
How do Hunter Christian School and Mayfield West Public School rank in NSW?
Hunter Christian School is 160th of 314 and Mayfield West Public School is 548th of 1,619 among combined schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.