Golden Grove Primary School vs Gumeracha Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South Australia, 16 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Golden Grove Primary School
Golden Grove · Government primary · R-6
495 students · ICSEA 1021
Gumeracha Primary School
Gumeracha · Government primary · R-6
87 students · ICSEA 1021
| Measure | Golden Grove Primary School Golden Grove SA | Gumeracha Primary School Gumeracha SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 42 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #230 of 348 | #158 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #3299 of 4,908 | #2391 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | R-6 | R-6 |
| Students | 495 | 87 |
| Girls / boys | 233 / 262 | 36 / 51 |
| Foundation intake | 86 | 16 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -29% | +21% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1021 | 1021 |
| ICSEA percentile | 56th | 56th |
| Top SEA quarter | 14% | 12% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 26% | 23% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 13.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 29.2 | 6.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 10.8 | 4.2 |
| Language background other than English | 13% | 1% |
| Indigenous students | 5% | 2% |
| Suburb | Golden Grove 5125 | Gumeracha 5233 |
| Council area | Tea Tree Gully | Adelaide Hills |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.goldengps.sa.edu.au | www.gumerachr7.sa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Gumeracha Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (54.2 vs 41.8).
- •Gumeracha Primary School has fewer students per teacher (13.2 vs 17.0).
- •Golden Grove Primary School is the larger school with 495 students compared with 87.
- •Gumeracha Primary School has grown faster over five years (21% vs -29%).
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 Golden Grove Primary School better than Gumeracha Primary School?
On the Success Index, Gumeracha Primary School ranks higher (54.2 vs 41.8 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 Golden Grove Primary School and Gumeracha Primary School?
About 16 km in a straight line, between Golden Grove and Gumeracha in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Golden Grove Primary School has 17.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Gumeracha Primary School has 13.2.
How do Golden Grove Primary School and Gumeracha Primary School rank in SA?
Golden Grove Primary School is 230th of 348 and Gumeracha Primary School is 158th of 348 among primary schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.