John Therry Catholic College vs Thomas Acres Public School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New South Wales, 915 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
John Therry Catholic College
Rosemeadow · Catholic high school · 7-12
1,057 students · ICSEA 1002
Thomas Acres Public School
Ambarvale · Government primary · K-6
495 students · ICSEA 942
| Measure | John Therry Catholic College Rosemeadow NSW | Thomas Acres Public School Ambarvale NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 51 Top 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #271 of 539 | #1389 of 1,619 |
| National rank (type) | #712 of 1,472 | #4257 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Catholic | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | 7-12 | K-6 |
| Students | 1,057 | 495 |
| Girls / boys | 508 / 549 | 244 / 251 |
| Foundation intake | – | 69 |
| Year 7 cohort | 201 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 123 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +8% | -7% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1002 | 942 |
| ICSEA percentile | 48th | 22th |
| Top SEA quarter | 11% | 6% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 27% | 51% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 15.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 79.7 | 32.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 28.0 | 9.0 |
| Language background other than English | 16% | 38% |
| Indigenous students | 11% | 15% |
| Suburb | Rosemeadow 2560 | Ambarvale 2560 |
| Council area | Campbelltown (NSW) | Campbelltown (NSW) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.jtccdow.catholic.edu.au | thomasacre-p.schools.nsw.gov.au |
The verdict
- •John Therry Catholic College scores higher on the Success Index (51.3 vs 28.3).
- •John Therry Catholic College has the higher ICSEA (1002 vs 942), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •John Therry Catholic College has fewer students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.4).
- •John Therry Catholic College is the larger school with 1,057 students compared with 495.
- •John Therry Catholic College has grown faster over five years (8% vs -7%).
- •John Therry Catholic College is a catholic school while Thomas Acres 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 John Therry Catholic College better than Thomas Acres Public School?
On the Success Index, John Therry Catholic College ranks higher (51.3 vs 28.3 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 John Therry Catholic College and Thomas Acres Public School?
About 915 m in a straight line, between Rosemeadow and Ambarvale in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
John Therry Catholic College has 13.3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Thomas Acres Public School has 15.4.
How do John Therry Catholic College and Thomas Acres Public School rank in NSW?
John Therry Catholic College is 271st of 539 and Thomas Acres Public School is 1389th of 1,619 among secondary schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.