St Francis of Assisi School vs Sunrise Christian School Paradise
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South Australia, 1.4 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
St Francis of Assisi School
Newton · Catholic primary · R-6
246 students · ICSEA 1049
Sunrise Christian School Paradise
Paradise · Independent primary · R-6
175 students · ICSEA 1096
| Measure | St Francis of Assisi School Newton SA | Sunrise Christian School Paradise Paradise SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 61 Top 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #127 of 348 | #58 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #1854 of 4,908 | #1009 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Catholic | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | R-6 | R-6 |
| Students | 246 | 175 |
| Girls / boys | 115 / 131 | 93 / 82 |
| Foundation intake | 35 | 25 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -5% | +39% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1049 | 1096 |
| ICSEA percentile | 68th | 83th |
| Top SEA quarter | 21% | 39% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 18% | 9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 17.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 17.8 | 10.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 11.6 | 10.3 |
| Language background other than English | 37% | 43% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 0% |
| Suburb | Newton 5074 | Paradise 5075 |
| Council area | Campbelltown (SA) | Campbelltown (SA) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.sfoa.catholic.edu.au | www.sunrise.sa.edu.au/paradise |
The verdict
- •Sunrise Christian School Paradise scores higher on the Success Index (70.1 vs 60.9).
- •Sunrise Christian School Paradise has the higher ICSEA (1096 vs 1049), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •St Francis of Assisi School has fewer students per teacher (13.8 vs 17.5).
- •St Francis of Assisi School is the larger school with 246 students compared with 175.
- •Sunrise Christian School Paradise has grown faster over five years (39% vs -5%).
- •St Francis of Assisi School is a catholic school while Sunrise Christian School Paradise 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 St Francis of Assisi School better than Sunrise Christian School Paradise?
On the Success Index, Sunrise Christian School Paradise ranks higher (70.1 vs 60.9 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 St Francis of Assisi School and Sunrise Christian School Paradise?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Newton and Paradise in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
St Francis of Assisi School has 13.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Sunrise Christian School Paradise has 17.5.
How do St Francis of Assisi School and Sunrise Christian School Paradise rank in SA?
St Francis of Assisi School is 127th of 348 and Sunrise Christian School Paradise is 58th of 348 among primary schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.