Maitland Christian School vs Penrith Christian School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in New South Wales, 141 km 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
Penrith Christian School
Orchard Hills · Independent combined · K-12
744 students · ICSEA 1047
| Measure | Maitland Christian School Metford NSW | Penrith Christian School Orchard Hills NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 54 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #182 of 314 | #191 of 314 |
| National rank (type) | #577 of 1,259 | #606 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | K-12 | K-12 |
| Students | 832 | 744 |
| Girls / boys | 447 / 385 | 366 / 378 |
| Foundation intake | 72 | 55 |
| Year 7 cohort | 84 | 94 |
| Year 12 cohort | 28 | 45 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +73% | -4% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1047 | 1047 |
| ICSEA percentile | 67th | 67th |
| Top SEA quarter | 23% | 20% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 16% | 16% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 12.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 57.2 | 60.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 50.7 | 34.2 |
| Language background other than English | 23% | 27% |
| Indigenous students | 8% | 3% |
| Suburb | Metford 2323 | Orchard Hills 2748 |
| Council area | Maitland | Penrith |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.maitlandcs.nsw.edu.au | www.pcs.nsw.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Maitland Christian School scores higher on the Success Index (53.6 vs 52.2).
- •Penrith Christian School has fewer students per teacher (12.2 vs 14.5).
- •Maitland Christian School is the larger school with 832 students compared with 744.
- •Maitland Christian School has grown faster over five years (73% vs -4%).
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 Penrith Christian School?
On the Success Index, Maitland Christian School ranks higher (53.6 vs 52.2 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 Penrith Christian School?
About 141 km in a straight line, between Metford and Orchard Hills 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 Penrith Christian School has 12.2.
How do Maitland Christian School and Penrith Christian School rank in NSW?
Maitland Christian School is 182nd of 314 and Penrith Christian School is 191st of 314 among combined schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.