International Maarif Schools of Australia vs Lidcombe Public School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New South Wales, 1.2 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
International Maarif Schools of Australia
Auburn · Independent combined · K-11
362 students · ICSEA 1043
Lidcombe Public School
Lidcombe · Government primary · K-6
762 students · ICSEA 1019
| Measure | International Maarif Schools of Australia Auburn NSW | Lidcombe Public School Lidcombe NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 65 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #114 of 314 | #783 of 1,619 |
| National rank (type) | #360 of 1,259 | #2383 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | K-11 | K-6 |
| Students | 362 | 762 |
| Girls / boys | 174 / 188 | 380 / 382 |
| Foundation intake | 19 | 105 |
| Year 7 cohort | 21 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +215% | -7% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1043 | 1019 |
| ICSEA percentile | 65th | 55th |
| Top SEA quarter | 19% | 14% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 20% | 29% |
| Students per teacher | 9.0 | 13.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 40.2 | 54.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 10.2 | 7.7 |
| Language background other than English | 95% | 91% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 1% |
| Suburb | Auburn 2144 | Lidcombe 2141 |
| Council area | Cumberland | Cumberland |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.maarif.nsw.edu.au/ | lidcombe-p.schools.nsw.gov.au |
The verdict
- •International Maarif Schools of Australia scores higher on the Success Index (65.2 vs 54.3).
- •International Maarif Schools of Australia has the higher ICSEA (1043 vs 1019), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •International Maarif Schools of Australia has fewer students per teacher (9.0 vs 13.9).
- •Lidcombe Public School is the larger school with 762 students compared with 362.
- •International Maarif Schools of Australia has grown faster over five years (215% vs -7%).
- •International Maarif Schools of Australia is a independent school while Lidcombe 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 International Maarif Schools of Australia better than Lidcombe Public School?
On the Success Index, International Maarif Schools of Australia ranks higher (65.2 vs 54.3 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 International Maarif Schools of Australia and Lidcombe Public School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Auburn and Lidcombe in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
International Maarif Schools of Australia has 9.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Lidcombe Public School has 13.9.
How do International Maarif Schools of Australia and Lidcombe Public School rank in NSW?
International Maarif Schools of Australia is 114th of 314 and Lidcombe Public School is 783rd of 1,619 among combined schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.