Annesley College vs Muirden Senior College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Australia, 990 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Annesley College
Wayville · Independent primary · R-6
292 students · ICSEA 1164
Muirden Senior College
Adelaide · Independent high school · 11-12
91 students · ICSEA 1079
| Measure | Annesley College Wayville SA | Muirden Senior College Adelaide SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 91 Top 5% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #2 of 348 | #5 of 84 |
| National rank (type) | #4 of 4,908 | #155 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | R-6 | 11-12 |
| Students | 292 | 91 |
| Girls / boys | 143 / 149 | 72 / 19 |
| Foundation intake | 57 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 50 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +32% | -6% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1164 | 1079 |
| ICSEA percentile | 97th | 78th |
| Top SEA quarter | 67% | 38% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 1% | 13% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 7.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 24.6 | 12.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 19.4 | 1.0 |
| Language background other than English | 14% | 18% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 8% |
| Suburb | Wayville 5034 | Adelaide 5000 |
| Council area | Unley | Adelaide |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.annesley.sa.edu.au | www.muirden.sa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Annesley College scores higher on the Success Index (91.3 vs 75.6).
- •Annesley College has the higher ICSEA (1164 vs 1079), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Muirden Senior College has fewer students per teacher (7.0 vs 11.9).
- •Annesley College is the larger school with 292 students compared with 91.
- •Annesley College has grown faster over five years (32% vs -6%).
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 Annesley College better than Muirden Senior College?
On the Success Index, Annesley College ranks higher (91.3 vs 75.6 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 Annesley College and Muirden Senior College?
About 990 m in a straight line, between Wayville and Adelaide in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Annesley College has 11.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Muirden Senior College has 7.0.
How do Annesley College and Muirden Senior College rank in SA?
Annesley College is 2nd of 348 and Muirden Senior College is 5th of 84 among primary schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.