St Francis of Assisi Primary School vs William Dean Public School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in New South Wales, 676 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
St Francis of Assisi Primary School
Glendenning · Catholic primary · K-6
480 students · ICSEA 1044
William Dean Public School
Dean Park · Government primary · K-6
382 students · ICSEA 995
| Measure | St Francis of Assisi Primary School Glendenning NSW | William Dean Public School Dean Park NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 67 Top 25% | 49 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #437 of 1,619 | #900 of 1,619 |
| National rank (type) | #1329 of 4,908 | #2766 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Catholic | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | K-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 480 | 382 |
| Girls / boys | 234 / 246 | 177 / 205 |
| Foundation intake | 74 | 53 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +28% | +19% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1044 | 995 |
| ICSEA percentile | 66th | 45th |
| Top SEA quarter | 23% | 13% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 18% | 38% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 15.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 35.7 | 24.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 16.5 | 4.8 |
| Language background other than English | 56% | 56% |
| Indigenous students | 6% | 6% |
| Suburb | Glendenning 2761 | Dean Park 2761 |
| Council area | Blacktown | Blacktown |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.stfrancisglendenning.catholic.edu.au | williamdea-p.schools.nsw.gov.au |
The verdict
- •St Francis of Assisi Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (66.6 vs 49.1).
- •St Francis of Assisi Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1044 vs 995), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •St Francis of Assisi Primary School has fewer students per teacher (13.4 vs 15.7).
- •St Francis of Assisi Primary School is the larger school with 480 students compared with 382.
- •St Francis of Assisi Primary School has grown faster over five years (28% vs 19%).
- •St Francis of Assisi Primary School is a catholic school while William Dean 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 St Francis of Assisi Primary School better than William Dean Public School?
On the Success Index, St Francis of Assisi Primary School ranks higher (66.6 vs 49.1 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 St Francis of Assisi Primary School and William Dean Public School?
About 676 m in a straight line, between Glendenning and Dean Park in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
St Francis of Assisi Primary School has 13.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and William Dean Public School has 15.7.
How do St Francis of Assisi Primary School and William Dean Public School rank in NSW?
St Francis of Assisi Primary School is 437th of 1,619 and William Dean Public School is 900th of 1,619 among primary schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.