Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School vs Tyndale Christian School Strathalbyn
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in South Australia, 599 m 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
Tyndale Christian School Strathalbyn
Strathalbyn · Independent combined · R-12
317 students · ICSEA 1013
| Measure | Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School Strathalbyn SA | Tyndale Christian School Strathalbyn Strathalbyn SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 29 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #126 of 145 | #87 of 145 |
| National rank (type) | #1090 of 1,259 | #869 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | U, R-12 | R-12 |
| Students | 1,332 | 317 |
| Girls / boys | 669 / 663 | 163 / 154 |
| Foundation intake | 95 | 20 |
| Year 7 cohort | 104 | 27 |
| Year 12 cohort | 89 | 9 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -11% | +0% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 981 | 1013 |
| ICSEA percentile | 38th | 53th |
| Top SEA quarter | 7% | 12% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 39% | 30% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 14.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 99.2 | 21.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 59.5 | 22.3 |
| Language background other than English | 1% | 8% |
| Indigenous students | 8% | 3% |
| Suburb | Strathalbyn 5255 | Strathalbyn 5255 |
| Council area | Alexandrina | Alexandrina |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.easternfleurieu.sa.edu.au/ | st.tyndale.sa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Tyndale Christian School Strathalbyn scores higher on the Success Index (39.6 vs 29.3).
- •Tyndale Christian School Strathalbyn has the higher ICSEA (1013 vs 981), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School has fewer students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.6).
- •Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School is the larger school with 1,332 students compared with 317.
- •Tyndale Christian School Strathalbyn has grown faster over five years (0% vs -11%).
- •Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School is a government school while Tyndale Christian School Strathalbyn 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 Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School better than Tyndale Christian School Strathalbyn?
On the Success Index, Tyndale Christian School Strathalbyn ranks higher (39.6 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 Tyndale Christian School Strathalbyn?
About 599 m in a straight line, between Strathalbyn and Strathalbyn 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 Tyndale Christian School Strathalbyn has 14.6.
How do Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School and Tyndale Christian School Strathalbyn rank in SA?
Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School is 126th of 145 and Tyndale Christian School Strathalbyn is 87th of 145 among combined schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.