Highgate School vs Sunrise Christian School Fullarton
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South Australia, 924 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Highgate School
Highgate · Government primary · U, R-6
616 students · ICSEA 1150
Sunrise Christian School Fullarton
Fullarton · Independent primary · R-6
175 students · ICSEA 1133
| Measure | Highgate School Highgate SA | Sunrise Christian School Fullarton Fullarton SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 74 Top 25% | 75 Top 10% |
| State rank (type) | #33 of 348 | #24 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #624 of 4,908 | #515 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | U, R-6 | R-6 |
| Students | 616 | 175 |
| Girls / boys | 309 / 307 | 81 / 94 |
| Foundation intake | 91 | 26 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -20% | +0% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1150 | 1133 |
| ICSEA percentile | 95th | 92th |
| Top SEA quarter | 63% | 50% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 2% | 2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 17.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 37.2 | 10.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 14.0 | 10.6 |
| Language background other than English | 51% | 24% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 0% |
| Suburb | Highgate 5063 | Fullarton 5063 |
| Council area | Unley | Unley |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.highgates.sa.edu.au | www.sunrise.sa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Sunrise Christian School Fullarton scores higher on the Success Index (75.3 vs 74.0).
- •Highgate School has the higher ICSEA (1150 vs 1133), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Highgate School has fewer students per teacher (16.6 vs 17.5).
- •Highgate School is the larger school with 616 students compared with 175.
- •Sunrise Christian School Fullarton has grown faster over five years (0% vs -20%).
- •Highgate School is a government school while Sunrise Christian School Fullarton is an independent 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 Highgate School better than Sunrise Christian School Fullarton?
On the Success Index, Sunrise Christian School Fullarton ranks higher (75.3 vs 74.0 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 Highgate School and Sunrise Christian School Fullarton?
About 924 m in a straight line, between Highgate and Fullarton in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Highgate School has 16.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Sunrise Christian School Fullarton has 17.5.
How do Highgate School and Sunrise Christian School Fullarton rank in SA?
Highgate School is 33rd of 348 and Sunrise Christian School Fullarton is 24th of 348 among primary schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.