Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School vs The McDonald College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New South Wales, 171 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School
North Strathfield · Catholic primary · K-6
427 students · ICSEA 1140
The McDonald College
North Strathfield · Independent combined · 1-12
265 students · ICSEA 1123
| Measure | Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School North Strathfield NSW | The McDonald College North Strathfield NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 79 Top 5% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #57 of 1,619 | #60 of 314 |
| National rank (type) | #247 of 4,908 | #172 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Catholic | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Combined |
| Year range | K-6 | 1-12 |
| Students | 427 | 265 |
| Girls / boys | 240 / 187 | 159 / 106 |
| Foundation intake | 63 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | – | 30 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 60 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +33% | -9% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1140 | 1123 |
| ICSEA percentile | 93th | 90th |
| Top SEA quarter | 54% | 52% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 1% | 5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 9.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 26.5 | 27.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 5.0 | 21.5 |
| Language background other than English | 81% | 34% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 1% |
| Suburb | North Strathfield 2137 | North Strathfield 2137 |
| Council area | Canada Bay | Canada Bay |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | olanorthstrathfield.syd.catholic.edu.au | www.mcdonald.nsw.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (79.1 vs 75.5).
- •Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1140 vs 1123), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •The McDonald College has fewer students per teacher (9.7 vs 16.1).
- •Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School is the larger school with 427 students compared with 265.
- •Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School has grown faster over five years (33% vs -9%).
- •Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School is a catholic school while The McDonald College is an independent 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 Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School better than The McDonald College?
On the Success Index, Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School ranks higher (79.1 vs 75.5 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 Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School and The McDonald College?
About 171 m in a straight line, between North Strathfield and North Strathfield in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School has 16.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and The McDonald College has 9.7.
How do Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School and The McDonald College rank in NSW?
Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School is 57th of 1,619 and The McDonald College is 60th of 314 among primary schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.