Marion Primary School vs Westminster School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Australia, 345 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Marion Primary School
Marion · Government primary · R-6
149 students · ICSEA 1032
Westminster School
Marion · Independent combined · R-12
1,401 students · ICSEA 1139
| Measure | Marion Primary School Marion SA | Westminster School Marion SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 59 Top 50% | 78 Top 10% |
| State rank (type) | #138 of 348 | #10 of 145 |
| National rank (type) | #2009 of 4,908 | #139 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Combined |
| Year range | R-6 | R-12 |
| Students | 149 | 1,401 |
| Girls / boys | 64 / 85 | 698 / 703 |
| Foundation intake | 28 | 67 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | 139 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 159 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -25% | +29% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1032 | 1139 |
| ICSEA percentile | 61th | 93th |
| Top SEA quarter | 25% | 56% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 24% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 10.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 11.6 | 133.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 5.9 | 93.9 |
| Language background other than English | 36% | 21% |
| Indigenous students | 11% | 1% |
| Suburb | Marion 5043 | Marion 5043 |
| Council area | Marion | Marion |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | marionps.sa.edu.au/ | www.westminster.sa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Westminster School scores higher on the Success Index (77.8 vs 59.0).
- •Westminster School has the higher ICSEA (1139 vs 1032), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Westminster School has fewer students per teacher (10.5 vs 12.8).
- •Westminster School is the larger school with 1,401 students compared with 149.
- •Westminster School has grown faster over five years (29% vs -25%).
- •Marion Primary School is a government school while Westminster School 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 Marion Primary School better than Westminster School?
On the Success Index, Westminster School ranks higher (77.8 vs 59.0 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 Marion Primary School and Westminster School?
About 345 m in a straight line, between Marion and Marion in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Marion Primary School has 12.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Westminster School has 10.5.
How do Marion Primary School and Westminster School rank in SA?
Marion Primary School is 138th of 348 and Westminster School is 10th of 145 among primary schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.