Emmaus Christian College vs Forbes Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Australia, 787 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Emmaus Christian College
South Plympton · Independent combined · R-12
1,084 students · ICSEA 1137
Forbes Primary School
South Plympton · Government primary · U, R-6
235 students · ICSEA 1002
| Measure | Emmaus Christian College South Plympton SA | Forbes Primary School South Plympton SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 72 Top 25% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #15 of 145 | #170 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #215 of 1,259 | #2583 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | R-12 | U, R-6 |
| Students | 1,084 | 235 |
| Girls / boys | 564 / 520 | 96 / 139 |
| Foundation intake | 83 | 43 |
| Year 7 cohort | 110 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 79 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +34% | -18% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1137 | 1002 |
| ICSEA percentile | 93th | 48th |
| Top SEA quarter | 54% | 15% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 3% | 28% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 14.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 75.5 | 16.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 45.1 | 8.8 |
| Language background other than English | 35% | 53% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 11% |
| Suburb | South Plympton 5038 | South Plympton 5038 |
| Council area | Marion | Marion |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.emmauscc.sa.edu.au | www.forbesps.sa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Emmaus Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (72.4 vs 51.5).
- •Emmaus Christian College has the higher ICSEA (1137 vs 1002), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Emmaus Christian College is the larger school with 1,084 students compared with 235.
- •Emmaus Christian College has grown faster over five years (34% vs -18%).
- •Emmaus Christian College is a independent school while Forbes Primary School is a government 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 Emmaus Christian College better than Forbes Primary School?
On the Success Index, Emmaus Christian College ranks higher (72.4 vs 51.5 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 Emmaus Christian College and Forbes Primary School?
About 787 m in a straight line, between South Plympton and South Plympton in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Emmaus Christian College has 14.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Forbes Primary School has 14.0.
How do Emmaus Christian College and Forbes Primary School rank in SA?
Emmaus Christian College is 15th of 145 and Forbes Primary School is 170th of 348 among combined schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.