Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School vs Lucindale Area School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in South Australia, 231 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School
Strathalbyn · Government combined · U, R-12
1,332 students · ICSEA 981
Lucindale Area School
Lucindale · Government combined · R-12
197 students · ICSEA 982
| Measure | Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School Strathalbyn SA | Lucindale Area School Lucindale SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 29 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #126 of 145 | #89 of 145 |
| National rank (type) | #1090 of 1,259 | #883 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | U, R-12 | R-12 |
| Students | 1,332 | 197 |
| Girls / boys | 669 / 663 | 85 / 112 |
| Foundation intake | 95 | 11 |
| Year 7 cohort | 104 | 10 |
| Year 12 cohort | 89 | 23 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -11% | +12% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 981 | 982 |
| ICSEA percentile | 38th | 38th |
| Top SEA quarter | 7% | 9% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 39% | 37% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 12.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 99.2 | 16.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 59.5 | 8.9 |
| Language background other than English | 1% | 3% |
| Indigenous students | 8% | 6% |
| Suburb | Strathalbyn 5255 | Lucindale 5272 |
| Council area | Alexandrina | Naracoorte Lucindale |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.easternfleurieu.sa.edu.au/ | www.las.sa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Lucindale Area School scores higher on the Success Index (38.7 vs 29.3).
- •Lucindale Area School has the higher ICSEA (982 vs 981), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Lucindale Area School has fewer students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.4).
- •Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School is the larger school with 1,332 students compared with 197.
- •Lucindale Area School has grown faster over five years (12% vs -11%).
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 Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School better than Lucindale Area School?
On the Success Index, Lucindale Area School ranks higher (38.7 vs 29.3 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 Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School and Lucindale Area School?
About 231 km in a straight line, between Strathalbyn and Lucindale in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School has 13.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Lucindale Area School has 12.0.
How do Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School and Lucindale Area School rank in SA?
Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School is 126th of 145 and Lucindale Area School is 89th of 145 among combined schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.