Hallett Cove School vs Lameroo Regional Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in South Australia, 185 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Hallett Cove School
Hallett Cove · Government combined · R-12
1,243 students · ICSEA 999
Lameroo Regional Community School
Lameroo · Government combined · R-12
196 students · ICSEA 999
| Measure | Hallett Cove School Hallett Cove SA | Lameroo Regional Community School Lameroo SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 29 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #127 of 145 | #77 of 145 |
| National rank (type) | #1093 of 1,259 | #820 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | R-12 | R-12 |
| Students | 1,243 | 196 |
| Girls / boys | 638 / 605 | 106 / 90 |
| Foundation intake | 41 | 22 |
| Year 7 cohort | 151 | 21 |
| Year 12 cohort | 104 | 14 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +1% | +7% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 999 | 999 |
| ICSEA percentile | 46th | 46th |
| Top SEA quarter | 10% | 6% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 35% | 26% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 10.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 83.0 | 17.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 41.8 | 10.1 |
| Language background other than English | 13% | 25% |
| Indigenous students | 5% | 2% |
| Suburb | Hallett Cove 5158 | Lameroo 5302 |
| Council area | Marion | Southern Mallee |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Remote |
| Website | www.hcs.sa.edu.au | www.lameroorcs.sa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Lameroo Regional Community School scores higher on the Success Index (42.2 vs 29.1).
- •Lameroo Regional Community School has fewer students per teacher (10.9 vs 15.0).
- •Hallett Cove School is the larger school with 1,243 students compared with 196.
- •Lameroo Regional Community School has grown faster over five years (7% vs 1%).
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 Hallett Cove School better than Lameroo Regional Community School?
On the Success Index, Lameroo Regional Community School ranks higher (42.2 vs 29.1 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 Hallett Cove School and Lameroo Regional Community School?
About 185 km in a straight line, between Hallett Cove and Lameroo in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Hallett Cove School has 15.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Lameroo Regional Community School has 10.9.
How do Hallett Cove School and Lameroo Regional Community School rank in SA?
Hallett Cove School is 127th of 145 and Lameroo Regional Community School is 77th of 145 among combined schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.