Australian Islamic College Adelaide vs Tyndale Christian School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in South Australia, 16 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
Tyndale Christian School
Salisbury East · Independent combined · R-12
1,498 students · ICSEA 1016
| Measure | Australian Islamic College Adelaide West Croydon SA | Tyndale Christian School Salisbury East SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 45 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #63 of 145 | #79 of 145 |
| National rank (type) | #759 of 1,259 | #828 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | R-12 | R-12 |
| Students | 589 | 1,498 |
| Girls / boys | 300 / 289 | 727 / 771 |
| Foundation intake | 29 | 83 |
| Year 7 cohort | 53 | 170 |
| Year 12 cohort | 45 | 108 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +22% | +1% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1016 | 1016 |
| ICSEA percentile | 54th | 54th |
| Top SEA quarter | 19% | 15% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 35% | 29% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 12.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 40.2 | 116.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 17.1 | 94.1 |
| Language background other than English | 96% | 31% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 3% |
| Suburb | West Croydon 5008 | Salisbury East 5109 |
| Council area | Charles Sturt | Salisbury |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | aic.sa.edu.au/ | se.tyndale.sa.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Australian Islamic College Adelaide scores higher on the Success Index (45.3 vs 41.8).
- •Tyndale Christian School has fewer students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.7).
- •Tyndale Christian School is the larger school with 1,498 students compared with 589.
- •Australian Islamic College Adelaide has grown faster over five years (22% vs 1%).
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 Tyndale Christian School?
On the Success Index, Australian Islamic College Adelaide ranks higher (45.3 vs 41.8 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 Tyndale Christian School?
About 16 km in a straight line, between West Croydon and Salisbury East 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 Tyndale Christian School has 12.9.
How do Australian Islamic College Adelaide and Tyndale Christian School rank in SA?
Australian Islamic College Adelaide is 63rd of 145 and Tyndale Christian School is 79th of 145 among combined schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.