Alexandra Primary School vs Ararat West Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 247 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Alexandra Primary School
Alexandra · Government primary · Prep-6
156 students · ICSEA 984
Ararat West Primary School
Ararat · Government primary · Prep-6
257 students · ICSEA 984
| Measure | Alexandra Primary School Alexandra VIC | Ararat West Primary School Ararat VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 42 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #1040 of 1,290 | #930 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #3280 of 4,908 | #2884 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 156 | 257 |
| Girls / boys | 81 / 75 | 118 / 139 |
| Foundation intake | 17 | 43 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +2% | +19% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 984 | 984 |
| ICSEA percentile | 39th | 40th |
| Top SEA quarter | 8% | 7% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 40% | 36% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 13.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 11.1 | 19.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 6.4 | 9.1 |
| Language background other than English | 8% | 6% |
| Indigenous students | 4% | 4% |
| Suburb | Alexandra 3714 | Ararat 3377 |
| Council area | Murrindindi | Ararat |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.alexandraps.vic.edu.au | www.araratwestps.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Ararat West Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (47.3 vs 42.1).
- •Ararat West Primary School has fewer students per teacher (13.5 vs 14.1).
- •Ararat West Primary School is the larger school with 257 students compared with 156.
- •Ararat West Primary School has grown faster over five years (19% vs 2%).
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 Alexandra Primary School better than Ararat West Primary School?
On the Success Index, Ararat West Primary School ranks higher (47.3 vs 42.1 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 Alexandra Primary School and Ararat West Primary School?
About 247 km in a straight line, between Alexandra and Ararat in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Alexandra Primary School has 14.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Ararat West Primary School has 13.5.
How do Alexandra Primary School and Ararat West Primary School rank in VIC?
Alexandra Primary School is 1040th of 1,290 and Ararat West Primary School is 930th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.