Barmera Primary School vs Rivergum Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Australia, 5.9 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Barmera Primary School
Barmera · Government primary · R-6
132 students · ICSEA 925
Rivergum Christian College
Glossop · Independent combined · R-12
141 students · ICSEA 1006
| Measure | Barmera Primary School Barmera SA | Rivergum Christian College Glossop SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 28 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #305 of 348 | #53 of 145 |
| National rank (type) | #4271 of 4,908 | #662 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Combined |
| Year range | R-6 | R-12 |
| Students | 132 | 141 |
| Girls / boys | 58 / 74 | 64 / 77 |
| Foundation intake | 22 | 7 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | 14 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 9 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -34% | +76% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 925 | 1006 |
| ICSEA percentile | 17th | 50th |
| Top SEA quarter | 4% | 18% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 51% | 31% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 11.8 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 6.8 | 16.4 |
| Language background other than English | 14% | 17% |
| Indigenous students | 20% | 9% |
| Suburb | Barmera 5345 | Glossop 5344 |
| Council area | Berri Barmera | Berri Barmera |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.barmeraps.sa.edu.au | www.rivergum.sa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Rivergum Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (49.9 vs 28.0).
- •Rivergum Christian College has the higher ICSEA (1006 vs 925), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Barmera Primary School has fewer students per teacher (11.0 vs 11.8).
- •Rivergum Christian College is the larger school with 141 students compared with 132.
- •Rivergum Christian College has grown faster over five years (76% vs -34%).
- •Barmera Primary School is a government school while Rivergum Christian College is an independent 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 Barmera Primary School better than Rivergum Christian College?
On the Success Index, Rivergum Christian College ranks higher (49.9 vs 28.0 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 Barmera Primary School and Rivergum Christian College?
About 5.9 km in a straight line, between Barmera and Glossop in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Barmera Primary School has 11.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Rivergum Christian College has 11.8.
How do Barmera Primary School and Rivergum Christian College rank in SA?
Barmera Primary School is 305th of 348 and Rivergum Christian College is 53rd of 145 among primary schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.