Skip to content
S

Iluka Public School vs Yamba Public School

A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in New South Wales, 3.9 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.

MeasureIluka Public School
Iluka NSW
Yamba Public School
Yamba NSW
Success Index
48
Lower 50%
36
Lower 50%
State rank (type)#914 of 1,619#1202 of 1,619
National rank (type)#2824 of 4,908#3737 of 4,908
SectorGovernmentGovernment
TypePrimaryPrimary
Year rangeK-6K-6
Students96295
Girls / boys41 / 55152 / 143
Foundation intake1037
Year 7 cohort––
Year 12 cohort––
VCE median study score
VCAA, latest year
––
VCE study scores 40+––
5-year enrolment growth-5%-7%
ICSEA
Average 1000
996978
ICSEA percentile45th37th
Top SEA quarter13%15%
Bottom SEA quarter31%28%
Students per teacher14.316.0
Teaching staff (FTE)6.718.4
Non-teaching staff (FTE)1.54.9
Language background other than English8%13%
Indigenous students10%22%
SuburbIluka 2466Yamba 2464
Council areaClarence ValleyClarence Valley
RemotenessInner RegionalInner Regional
Websiteiluka-p.schools.nsw.gov.auyamba-p.schools.nsw.gov.au

The verdict

  • •Iluka Public School scores higher on the Success Index (48.2 vs 35.5).
  • •Iluka Public School has the higher ICSEA (996 vs 978), indicating a more advantaged community.
  • •Iluka Public School has fewer students per teacher (14.3 vs 16.0).
  • •Yamba Public School is the larger school with 295 students compared with 96.

The Success Index summarises community advantage, resourcing and momentum from ACARA data. It does not measure teaching quality, results or fit. Methodology.

Free academic assessment

Torn between two schools? Start with your child.

Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.

  • Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
  • English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
  • Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
  • Your nearest centre: Success Tutoring Mount Gravatt East

No cost, no obligation. By submitting you agree to be contacted by Success Tutoring about your enquiry. See our privacy policy.

Frequently asked questions

Is Iluka Public School better than Yamba Public School?

On the Success Index, Iluka Public School ranks higher (48.2 vs 35.5 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 Iluka Public School and Yamba Public School?

About 3.9 km in a straight line, between Iluka and Yamba in New South Wales.

Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?

Iluka Public School has 14.3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Yamba Public School has 16.0.

How do Iluka Public School and Yamba Public School rank in NSW?

Iluka Public School is 914th of 1,619 and Yamba Public School is 1202nd of 1,619 among primary schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.