Craigmore High School vs Trinity College Blakeview
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Australia, 242 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Craigmore High School
Blakeview · Government high school · U, 7-12
1,245 students · ICSEA 916
Trinity College Blakeview
Blakeview · Independent combined · R-10
635 students · ICSEA 1037
| Measure | Craigmore High School Blakeview SA | Trinity College Blakeview Blakeview SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 18 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #79 of 84 | #76 of 145 |
| National rank (type) | #1426 of 1,472 | #813 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Combined |
| Year range | U, 7-12 | R-10 |
| Students | 1,245 | 635 |
| Girls / boys | 578 / 667 | 308 / 327 |
| Foundation intake | – | 54 |
| Year 7 cohort | 210 | 62 |
| Year 12 cohort | 127 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +20% | -2% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 916 | 1037 |
| ICSEA percentile | 14th | 63th |
| Top SEA quarter | 2% | 16% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 66% | 20% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 14.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 94.5 | 43.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 55.5 | 24.7 |
| Language background other than English | 18% | 42% |
| Indigenous students | 12% | 2% |
| Suburb | Blakeview 5114 | Blakeview 5114 |
| Council area | Playford | Playford |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.craigmorehs.sa.edu.au | www.trinity.sa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Trinity College Blakeview scores higher on the Success Index (42.7 vs 18.4).
- •Trinity College Blakeview has the higher ICSEA (1037 vs 916), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Craigmore High School has fewer students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.7).
- •Craigmore High School is the larger school with 1,245 students compared with 635.
- •Craigmore High School has grown faster over five years (20% vs -2%).
- •Craigmore High School is a government school while Trinity College Blakeview 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 Craigmore High School better than Trinity College Blakeview?
On the Success Index, Trinity College Blakeview ranks higher (42.7 vs 18.4 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 Craigmore High School and Trinity College Blakeview?
About 242 m in a straight line, between Blakeview and Blakeview in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Craigmore High School has 13.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Trinity College Blakeview has 14.7.
How do Craigmore High School and Trinity College Blakeview rank in SA?
Craigmore High School is 79th of 84 and Trinity College Blakeview is 76th of 145 among secondary schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.