Aldinga Payinthi College vs Willunga Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Australia, 7.5 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Aldinga Payinthi College
Aldinga · Government combined · U, R-12
831 students · ICSEA 954
Willunga Primary School
Willunga · Government primary · R-6
346 students · ICSEA 1027
| Measure | Aldinga Payinthi College Aldinga SA | Willunga Primary School Willunga SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 26 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #136 of 145 | #188 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #1163 of 1,259 | #2823 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | U, R-12 | R-6 |
| Students | 831 | 346 |
| Girls / boys | 393 / 438 | 185 / 161 |
| Foundation intake | 29 | 45 |
| Year 7 cohort | 92 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | – | -22% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 954 | 1027 |
| ICSEA percentile | 26th | 59th |
| Top SEA quarter | 4% | 14% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 52% | 24% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 16.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 64.2 | 20.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 58.0 | 9.8 |
| Language background other than English | 2% | 2% |
| Indigenous students | 11% | 2% |
| Suburb | Aldinga 5173 | Willunga 5172 |
| Council area | Onkaparinga | Onkaparinga |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | aldingapayinthicollege.sa.edu.au | www.willungaps.sa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Willunga Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (48.3 vs 26.0).
- •Willunga Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1027 vs 954), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Aldinga Payinthi College has fewer students per teacher (12.9 vs 16.7).
- •Aldinga Payinthi College is the larger school with 831 students compared with 346.
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 Payinthi College better than Willunga Primary School?
On the Success Index, Willunga Primary School ranks higher (48.3 vs 26.0 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 Payinthi College and Willunga Primary School?
About 7.5 km in a straight line, between Aldinga and Willunga in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Aldinga Payinthi College has 12.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Willunga Primary School has 16.7.
How do Aldinga Payinthi College and Willunga Primary School rank in SA?
Aldinga Payinthi College is 136th of 145 and Willunga Primary School is 188th of 348 among combined schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.