Elizabeth South Primary School vs Playford International College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Australia, 890 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Elizabeth South Primary School
Elizabeth South · Government primary · U, R-6
144 students · ICSEA 860
Playford International College
Elizabeth · Government high school · U, 7-12
1,322 students · ICSEA 881
| Measure | Elizabeth South Primary School Elizabeth South SA | Playford International College Elizabeth SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 20 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #343 of 348 | #81 of 84 |
| National rank (type) | #4773 of 4,908 | #1436 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | U, R-6 | U, 7-12 |
| Students | 144 | 1,322 |
| Girls / boys | 59 / 85 | 620 / 702 |
| Foundation intake | 26 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | – | 240 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 120 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -35% | +15% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 860 | 881 |
| ICSEA percentile | 5th | 8th |
| Top SEA quarter | 1% | 2% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 79% | 74% |
| Students per teacher | 8.5 | 11.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 17.0 | 110.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 13.4 | 48.8 |
| Language background other than English | 44% | 38% |
| Indigenous students | 15% | 15% |
| Suburb | Elizabeth South 5112 | Elizabeth 5112 |
| Council area | Playford | Playford |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.elizsthps.sa.edu.au | playford.sa.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Elizabeth South Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (20.1 vs 17.6).
- •Playford International College has the higher ICSEA (881 vs 860), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Elizabeth South Primary School has fewer students per teacher (8.5 vs 11.9).
- •Playford International College is the larger school with 1,322 students compared with 144.
- •Playford International College has grown faster over five years (15% vs -35%).
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 Elizabeth South Primary School better than Playford International College?
On the Success Index, Elizabeth South Primary School ranks higher (20.1 vs 17.6 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 Elizabeth South Primary School and Playford International College?
About 890 m in a straight line, between Elizabeth South and Elizabeth in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Elizabeth South Primary School has 8.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Playford International College has 11.9.
How do Elizabeth South Primary School and Playford International College rank in SA?
Elizabeth South Primary School is 343rd of 348 and Playford International College is 81st of 84 among primary schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.