International Maarif Schools of Australia vs My Dream Australian Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in New South Wales, 573 m 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
My Dream Australian Academy
Auburn · Independent combined · 5-10
140 students · ICSEA 991
| Measure | International Maarif Schools of Australia Auburn NSW | My Dream Australian Academy Auburn NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 65 Top 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #114 of 314 | #243 of 314 |
| National rank (type) | #360 of 1,259 | #840 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | K-11 | 5-10 |
| Students | 362 | 140 |
| Girls / boys | 174 / 188 | 45 / 95 |
| Foundation intake | 19 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 21 | 46 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +215% | – |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1043 | 991 |
| ICSEA percentile | 65th | 43th |
| Top SEA quarter | 19% | 11% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 20% | 29% |
| Students per teacher | 9.0 | 10.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 40.2 | 13.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 10.2 | 7.2 |
| Language background other than English | 95% | 100% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 1% |
| Suburb | Auburn 2144 | Auburn 2144 |
| Council area | Cumberland | Cumberland |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.maarif.nsw.edu.au/ | www.mydreamaa.nsw.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •International Maarif Schools of Australia scores higher on the Success Index (65.2 vs 40.9).
- •International Maarif Schools of Australia has the higher ICSEA (1043 vs 991), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •International Maarif Schools of Australia has fewer students per teacher (9.0 vs 10.5).
- •International Maarif Schools of Australia is the larger school with 362 students compared with 140.
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 My Dream Australian Academy?
On the Success Index, International Maarif Schools of Australia ranks higher (65.2 vs 40.9 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 My Dream Australian Academy?
About 573 m in a straight line, between Auburn and Auburn 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 My Dream Australian Academy has 10.5.
How do International Maarif Schools of Australia and My Dream Australian Academy rank in NSW?
International Maarif Schools of Australia is 114th of 314 and My Dream Australian Academy is 243rd of 314 among combined schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.