Emmaus Christian College vs Westminster School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in South Australia, 3.5 km 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
Westminster School
Marion · Independent combined · R-12
1,401 students · ICSEA 1139
| Measure | Emmaus Christian College South Plympton SA | Westminster School Marion SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 72 Top 25% | 78 Top 10% |
| State rank (type) | #15 of 145 | #10 of 145 |
| National rank (type) | #215 of 1,259 | #139 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | R-12 | R-12 |
| Students | 1,084 | 1,401 |
| Girls / boys | 564 / 520 | 698 / 703 |
| Foundation intake | 83 | 67 |
| Year 7 cohort | 110 | 139 |
| Year 12 cohort | 79 | 159 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +34% | +29% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1137 | 1139 |
| ICSEA percentile | 93th | 93th |
| Top SEA quarter | 54% | 56% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 3% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 10.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 75.5 | 133.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 45.1 | 93.9 |
| Language background other than English | 35% | 21% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 1% |
| Suburb | South Plympton 5038 | Marion 5043 |
| Council area | Marion | Marion |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.emmauscc.sa.edu.au | www.westminster.sa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Westminster School scores higher on the Success Index (77.8 vs 72.4).
- •Westminster School has the higher ICSEA (1139 vs 1137), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Westminster School has fewer students per teacher (10.5 vs 14.4).
- •Westminster School is the larger school with 1,401 students compared with 1,084.
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 Westminster School?
On the Success Index, Westminster School ranks higher (77.8 vs 72.4 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 Westminster School?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between South Plympton and Marion in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Emmaus Christian College has 14.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Westminster School has 10.5.
How do Emmaus Christian College and Westminster School rank in SA?
Emmaus Christian College is 15th of 145 and Westminster School is 10th of 145 among combined schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.