Marton Public School vs Toongabbie Public School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in New South Wales, 29 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Marton Public School
Engadine · Government primary · K-6
318 students · ICSEA 1063
Toongabbie Public School
Toongabbie · Government primary · K-6
381 students · ICSEA 1063
| Measure | Marton Public School Engadine NSW | Toongabbie Public School Toongabbie NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 57 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #711 of 1,619 | #593 of 1,619 |
| National rank (type) | #2168 of 4,908 | #1812 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | K-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 318 | 381 |
| Girls / boys | 163 / 155 | 191 / 190 |
| Foundation intake | 40 | 37 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -22% | -34% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1063 | 1063 |
| ICSEA percentile | 73th | 73th |
| Top SEA quarter | 24% | 28% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 12% | 17% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 15.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 18.1 | 25.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 2.9 | 6.4 |
| Language background other than English | 8% | 56% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 3% |
| Suburb | Engadine 2233 | Toongabbie 2146 |
| Council area | Sutherland | Parramatta |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | marton-p.schools.nsw.gov.au | toongabbie-p.schools.nsw.gov.au |
The verdict
- •Toongabbie Public School scores higher on the Success Index (61.4 vs 56.9).
- •Toongabbie Public School has fewer students per teacher (15.2 vs 17.6).
- •Toongabbie Public School is the larger school with 381 students compared with 318.
- •Marton Public School has grown faster over five years (-22% vs -34%).
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 Marton Public School better than Toongabbie Public School?
On the Success Index, Toongabbie Public School ranks higher (61.4 vs 56.9 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 Marton Public School and Toongabbie Public School?
About 29 km in a straight line, between Engadine and Toongabbie in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Marton Public School has 17.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Toongabbie Public School has 15.2.
How do Marton Public School and Toongabbie Public School rank in NSW?
Marton Public School is 711th of 1,619 and Toongabbie Public School is 593rd of 1,619 among primary schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.