Peakhurst South Public School vs Penshurst West Public School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in New South Wales, 1.9 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Peakhurst South Public School
Peakhurst · Government primary · K-6
313 students · ICSEA 1061
Penshurst West Public School
Mortdale · Government primary · K-6
220 students · ICSEA 1047
| Measure | Peakhurst South Public School Peakhurst NSW | Penshurst West Public School Mortdale NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 57 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #705 of 1,619 | #588 of 1,619 |
| National rank (type) | #2155 of 4,908 | #1800 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | K-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 313 | 220 |
| Girls / boys | 160 / 153 | 102 / 118 |
| Foundation intake | 36 | 26 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -7% | -23% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1061 | 1047 |
| ICSEA percentile | 72th | 67th |
| Top SEA quarter | 26% | 23% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 15% | 20% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 13.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 16.9 | 16.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 2.8 | 5.5 |
| Language background other than English | 46% | 58% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 3% |
| Suburb | Peakhurst 2210 | Mortdale 2223 |
| Council area | Georges River | Georges River |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | peakhursts-p.schools.nsw.gov.au | penshurstw-p.schools.nsw.gov.au |
The verdict
- •Penshurst West Public School scores higher on the Success Index (61.5 vs 57.1).
- •Peakhurst South Public School has the higher ICSEA (1061 vs 1047), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Penshurst West Public School has fewer students per teacher (13.0 vs 18.5).
- •Peakhurst South Public School is the larger school with 313 students compared with 220.
- •Peakhurst South Public School has grown faster over five years (-7% vs -23%).
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 Peakhurst South Public School better than Penshurst West Public School?
On the Success Index, Penshurst West Public School ranks higher (61.5 vs 57.1 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 Peakhurst South Public School and Penshurst West Public School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Peakhurst and Mortdale in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Peakhurst South Public School has 18.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Penshurst West Public School has 13.0.
How do Peakhurst South Public School and Penshurst West Public School rank in NSW?
Peakhurst South Public School is 705th of 1,619 and Penshurst West Public School is 588th of 1,619 among primary schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.