Craigmore South Primary School vs Hope Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Australia, 247 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Craigmore South Primary School
Craigmore · Government primary · R-6
225 students · ICSEA 922
Hope Christian College
Craigmore · Independent combined · R-12
921 students · ICSEA 977
| Measure | Craigmore South Primary School Craigmore SA | Hope Christian College Craigmore SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 26 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #317 of 348 | #131 of 145 |
| National rank (type) | #4436 of 4,908 | #1116 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Combined |
| Year range | R-6 | R-12 |
| Students | 225 | 921 |
| Girls / boys | 109 / 116 | 497 / 424 |
| Foundation intake | 30 | 69 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | 83 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 39 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -21% | +19% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 922 | 977 |
| ICSEA percentile | 16th | 37th |
| Top SEA quarter | 2% | 7% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 62% | 42% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 15.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 16.6 | 60.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 13.2 | 38.8 |
| Language background other than English | 11% | 33% |
| Indigenous students | 15% | 2% |
| Suburb | Craigmore 5114 | Craigmore 5114 |
| Council area | Playford | Playford |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.css.sa.edu.au/ | www.hopecc.sa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Hope Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (27.9 vs 25.9).
- •Hope Christian College has the higher ICSEA (977 vs 922), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Craigmore South Primary School has fewer students per teacher (13.6 vs 15.3).
- •Hope Christian College is the larger school with 921 students compared with 225.
- •Hope Christian College has grown faster over five years (19% vs -21%).
- •Craigmore South Primary School is a government school while Hope 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 Craigmore South Primary School better than Hope Christian College?
On the Success Index, Hope Christian College ranks higher (27.9 vs 25.9 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 South Primary School and Hope Christian College?
About 247 m in a straight line, between Craigmore and Craigmore in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Craigmore South Primary School has 13.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Hope Christian College has 15.3.
How do Craigmore South Primary School and Hope Christian College rank in SA?
Craigmore South Primary School is 317th of 348 and Hope Christian College is 131st of 145 among primary schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.