North Haven School vs Ramco Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South Australia, 149 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
North Haven School
North Haven · Government primary · R-6
249 students · ICSEA 985
Ramco Primary School
Ramco · Government primary · R-6
87 students · ICSEA 985
| Measure | North Haven School North Haven SA | Ramco Primary School Ramco SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 35 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #259 of 348 | #209 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #3743 of 4,908 | #3092 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | R-6 | R-6 |
| Students | 249 | 87 |
| Girls / boys | 130 / 119 | 36 / 51 |
| Foundation intake | 52 | 23 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -22% | +32% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 985 | 985 |
| ICSEA percentile | 40th | 40th |
| Top SEA quarter | 9% | 9% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 39% | 38% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 15.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 15.5 | 5.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 8.1 | 6.2 |
| Language background other than English | 5% | 0% |
| Indigenous students | 6% | 7% |
| Suburb | North Haven 5018 | Ramco 5322 |
| Council area | Port Adelaide Enfield | Loxton Waikerie |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.nhavenr7.sa.edu.au | ramcops.sa.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Ramco Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (44.9 vs 35.4).
- •Ramco Primary School has fewer students per teacher (15.0 vs 16.1).
- •North Haven School is the larger school with 249 students compared with 87.
- •Ramco Primary School has grown faster over five years (32% vs -22%).
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 North Haven School better than Ramco Primary School?
On the Success Index, Ramco Primary School ranks higher (44.9 vs 35.4 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 North Haven School and Ramco Primary School?
About 149 km in a straight line, between North Haven and Ramco in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
North Haven School has 16.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Ramco Primary School has 15.0.
How do North Haven School and Ramco Primary School rank in SA?
North Haven School is 259th of 348 and Ramco Primary School is 209th of 348 among primary schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.