Leppington Anglican College vs Penrith Anglican College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in New South Wales, 22 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Leppington Anglican College
Leppington · Independent combined · K-9
485 students · ICSEA 1101
Penrith Anglican College
Orchard Hills · Independent combined · K-12
1,214 students · ICSEA 1101
| Measure | Leppington Anglican College Leppington NSW | Penrith Anglican College Orchard Hills NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 63 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #128 of 314 | #94 of 314 |
| National rank (type) | #414 of 1,259 | #279 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | K-9 | K-12 |
| Students | 485 | 1,214 |
| Girls / boys | 262 / 223 | 587 / 627 |
| Foundation intake | 80 | 87 |
| Year 7 cohort | 52 | 120 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 76 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | – | +33% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1101 | 1101 |
| ICSEA percentile | 84th | 84th |
| Top SEA quarter | 37% | 39% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 5% | 6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 12.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 28.8 | 93.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 8.6 | 37.1 |
| Language background other than English | 37% | 24% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 2% |
| Suburb | Leppington 2179 | Orchard Hills 2748 |
| Council area | Camden | Penrith |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | – | www.penrith.nsw.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Penrith Anglican College scores higher on the Success Index (69.1 vs 62.5).
- •Penrith Anglican College has fewer students per teacher (12.9 vs 16.8).
- •Penrith Anglican College is the larger school with 1,214 students compared with 485.
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 Leppington Anglican College better than Penrith Anglican College?
On the Success Index, Penrith Anglican College ranks higher (69.1 vs 62.5 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 Leppington Anglican College and Penrith Anglican College?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Leppington and Orchard Hills in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Leppington Anglican College has 16.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Penrith Anglican College has 12.9.
How do Leppington Anglican College and Penrith Anglican College rank in NSW?
Leppington Anglican College is 128th of 314 and Penrith Anglican College is 94th of 314 among combined schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.