Alexandra Primary School vs Lindenow Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 168 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
Lindenow Primary School
Lindenow · Government primary · Prep-6
122 students · ICSEA 984
| Measure | Alexandra Primary School Alexandra VIC | Lindenow Primary School Lindenow VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 42 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #1040 of 1,290 | #1051 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #3280 of 4,908 | #3321 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 156 | 122 |
| Girls / boys | 81 / 75 | 72 / 50 |
| Foundation intake | 17 | 15 |
| 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% | 6% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 40% | 39% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 11.1 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 11.1 | 11.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 6.4 | 7.1 |
| Language background other than English | 8% | 5% |
| Indigenous students | 4% | 2% |
| Suburb | Alexandra 3714 | Lindenow 3865 |
| Council area | Murrindindi | East Gippsland |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.alexandraps.vic.edu.au | www.vrqa.vic.gov.au/StateRegister/Provider.aspx/DetailsProvider?AccountID=5acdb812-ed32-de11-9c94-002185cd8e5c |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index scores (42.1 vs 41.5).
- •Lindenow Primary School has fewer students per teacher (11.1 vs 14.1).
- •Alexandra Primary School is the larger school with 156 students compared with 122.
- •Alexandra Primary School has grown faster over five years (2% vs -19%).
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 Lindenow Primary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index. Differences in sector, size, year range and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Alexandra Primary School and Lindenow Primary School?
About 168 km in a straight line, between Alexandra and Lindenow in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Alexandra Primary School has 14.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Lindenow Primary School has 11.1.
How do Alexandra Primary School and Lindenow Primary School rank in VIC?
Alexandra Primary School is 1040th of 1,290 and Lindenow Primary School is 1051st of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.