Aldinga Beach Primary School vs Willunga Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South Australia, 8.3 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Aldinga Beach Primary School
Aldinga · Government primary · R-6
377 students · ICSEA 959
Willunga Primary School
Willunga · Government primary · R-6
346 students · ICSEA 1027
| Measure | Aldinga Beach Primary School Aldinga SA | Willunga Primary School Willunga SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 30 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #298 of 348 | #188 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #4157 of 4,908 | #2823 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | R-6 | R-6 |
| Students | 377 | 346 |
| Girls / boys | 192 / 185 | 185 / 161 |
| Foundation intake | 59 | 45 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -45% | -22% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 959 | 1027 |
| ICSEA percentile | 29th | 59th |
| Top SEA quarter | 4% | 14% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 51% | 24% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 16.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 23.8 | 20.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 15.0 | 9.8 |
| Language background other than English | 4% | 2% |
| Indigenous students | 8% | 2% |
| Suburb | Aldinga 5173 | Willunga 5172 |
| Council area | Onkaparinga | Onkaparinga |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.aldingar7.sa.edu.au/ | www.willungaps.sa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Willunga Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (48.3 vs 29.6).
- •Willunga Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1027 vs 959), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Aldinga Beach Primary School has fewer students per teacher (15.8 vs 16.7).
- •Aldinga Beach Primary School is the larger school with 377 students compared with 346.
- •Willunga Primary School has grown faster over five years (-22% vs -45%).
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 Aldinga Beach Primary School better than Willunga Primary School?
On the Success Index, Willunga Primary School ranks higher (48.3 vs 29.6 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 Aldinga Beach Primary School and Willunga Primary School?
About 8.3 km in a straight line, between Aldinga and Willunga in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Aldinga Beach Primary School has 15.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Willunga Primary School has 16.7.
How do Aldinga Beach Primary School and Willunga Primary School rank in SA?
Aldinga Beach Primary School is 298th of 348 and Willunga Primary School is 188th of 348 among primary schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.