Lewisham Public School vs Petersham Public School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in New South Wales, 447 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Lewisham Public School
Lewisham · Government primary · K-6
198 students · ICSEA 1121
Petersham Public School
Petersham · Government primary · K-6
232 students · ICSEA 1137
| Measure | Lewisham Public School Lewisham NSW | Petersham Public School Petersham NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 75 Top 10% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #153 of 1,619 | #188 of 1,619 |
| National rank (type) | #570 of 4,908 | #674 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | K-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 198 | 232 |
| Girls / boys | 103 / 95 | 108 / 124 |
| Foundation intake | 34 | 29 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -17% | -15% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1121 | 1137 |
| ICSEA percentile | 89th | 92th |
| Top SEA quarter | 51% | 56% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 6% | 6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 15.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 11.6 | 14.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 2.4 | 2.4 |
| Language background other than English | 36% | 37% |
| Indigenous students | 4% | 1% |
| Suburb | Lewisham 2049 | Petersham 2049 |
| Council area | Inner West | Inner West |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | lewisham-p.schools.nsw.gov.au | petersham-p.schools.nsw.gov.au |
The verdict
- •Lewisham Public School scores higher on the Success Index (74.6 vs 73.6).
- •Petersham Public School has the higher ICSEA (1137 vs 1121), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Petersham Public School has fewer students per teacher (15.6 vs 17.1).
- •Petersham Public School is the larger school with 232 students compared with 198.
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 Lewisham Public School better than Petersham Public School?
On the Success Index, Lewisham Public School ranks higher (74.6 vs 73.6 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 Lewisham Public School and Petersham Public School?
About 447 m in a straight line, between Lewisham and Petersham in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Lewisham Public School has 17.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Petersham Public School has 15.6.
How do Lewisham Public School and Petersham Public School rank in NSW?
Lewisham Public School is 153rd of 1,619 and Petersham Public School is 188th of 1,619 among primary schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.