Maitland Christian School vs Metford Public School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New South Wales, 445 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Maitland Christian School
Metford · Independent combined · K-12
832 students · ICSEA 1047
Metford Public School
Metford · Government primary · K-6
265 students · ICSEA 887
| Measure | Maitland Christian School Metford NSW | Metford Public School Metford NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 54 Top 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #182 of 314 | #1509 of 1,619 |
| National rank (type) | #577 of 1,259 | #4582 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | K-12 | K-6 |
| Students | 832 | 265 |
| Girls / boys | 447 / 385 | 119 / 146 |
| Foundation intake | 72 | 39 |
| Year 7 cohort | 84 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 28 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +73% | -22% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1047 | 887 |
| ICSEA percentile | 67th | 8th |
| Top SEA quarter | 23% | 2% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 16% | 64% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 12.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 57.2 | 21.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 50.7 | 6.6 |
| Language background other than English | 23% | 12% |
| Indigenous students | 8% | 28% |
| Suburb | Metford 2323 | Metford 2323 |
| Council area | Maitland | Maitland |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.maitlandcs.nsw.edu.au | metford-p.schools.nsw.gov.au |
The verdict
- •Maitland Christian School scores higher on the Success Index (53.6 vs 23.7).
- •Maitland Christian School has the higher ICSEA (1047 vs 887), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Metford Public School has fewer students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.5).
- •Maitland Christian School is the larger school with 832 students compared with 265.
- •Maitland Christian School has grown faster over five years (73% vs -22%).
- •Maitland Christian School is a independent school while Metford 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 Maitland Christian School better than Metford Public School?
On the Success Index, Maitland Christian School ranks higher (53.6 vs 23.7 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 Maitland Christian School and Metford Public School?
About 445 m in a straight line, between Metford and Metford in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Maitland Christian School has 14.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Metford Public School has 12.3.
How do Maitland Christian School and Metford Public School rank in NSW?
Maitland Christian School is 182nd of 314 and Metford Public School is 1509th of 1,619 among combined schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.