Australian Islamic College Adelaide vs Kilkenny Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Australia, 1.0 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Australian Islamic College Adelaide
West Croydon · Independent combined · R-12
589 students · ICSEA 1016
Kilkenny Primary School
West Croydon · Government primary · U, R-6
450 students · ICSEA 1069
| Measure | Australian Islamic College Adelaide West Croydon SA | Kilkenny Primary School West Croydon SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 45 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #63 of 145 | #29 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #759 of 1,259 | #598 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | R-12 | U, R-6 |
| Students | 589 | 450 |
| Girls / boys | 300 / 289 | 204 / 246 |
| Foundation intake | 29 | 68 |
| Year 7 cohort | 53 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 45 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +22% | +5% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1016 | 1069 |
| ICSEA percentile | 54th | 75th |
| Top SEA quarter | 19% | 35% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 35% | 17% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 14.1 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 40.2 | 32.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 17.1 | 13.2 |
| Language background other than English | 96% | 32% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 3% |
| Suburb | West Croydon 5008 | West Croydon 5008 |
| Council area | Charles Sturt | Charles Sturt |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | aic.sa.edu.au/ | www.kilkennyp6.sa.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Kilkenny Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (74.3 vs 45.3).
- •Kilkenny Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1069 vs 1016), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Kilkenny Primary School has fewer students per teacher (14.1 vs 14.7).
- •Australian Islamic College Adelaide is the larger school with 589 students compared with 450.
- •Australian Islamic College Adelaide has grown faster over five years (22% vs 5%).
- •Australian Islamic College Adelaide is a independent school while Kilkenny Primary 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 Australian Islamic College Adelaide better than Kilkenny Primary School?
On the Success Index, Kilkenny Primary School ranks higher (74.3 vs 45.3 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 Australian Islamic College Adelaide and Kilkenny Primary School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between West Croydon and West Croydon in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Australian Islamic College Adelaide has 14.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Kilkenny Primary School has 14.1.
How do Australian Islamic College Adelaide and Kilkenny Primary School rank in SA?
Australian Islamic College Adelaide is 63rd of 145 and Kilkenny Primary School is 29th of 348 among combined schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.