Altona North Primary School vs Marong Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 138 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Altona North Primary School
Altona North · Government primary · Prep-6
217 students · ICSEA 994
Marong Primary School
Marong · Government primary · Prep-6
235 students · ICSEA 994
| Measure | Altona North Primary School Altona North VIC | Marong Primary School Marong VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 52 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #839 of 1,290 | #805 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #2562 of 4,908 | #2426 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 217 | 235 |
| Girls / boys | 90 / 127 | 121 / 114 |
| Foundation intake | 33 | 38 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +5% | +36% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 994 | 994 |
| ICSEA percentile | 44th | 44th |
| Top SEA quarter | 9% | 9% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 38% | 38% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 12.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 19.4 | 19.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 7.8 | 8.5 |
| Language background other than English | 55% | 2% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 4% |
| Suburb | Altona North 3025 | Marong 3515 |
| Council area | Hobsons Bay | Greater Bendigo |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.altonanorthps.vic.edu.au | www.vrqa.vic.gov.au/StateRegister/Provider.aspx/DetailsProvider?AccountID=3b4a5524-ed32-de11-9c94-002185cd8e5c |
The verdict
- •Marong Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (53.8 vs 51.9).
- •Altona North Primary School has fewer students per teacher (11.2 vs 12.2).
- •Marong Primary School is the larger school with 235 students compared with 217.
- •Marong Primary School has grown faster over five years (36% vs 5%).
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 Altona North Primary School better than Marong Primary School?
On the Success Index, Marong Primary School ranks higher (53.8 vs 51.9 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 Altona North Primary School and Marong Primary School?
About 138 km in a straight line, between Altona North and Marong in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Altona North Primary School has 11.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Marong Primary School has 12.2.
How do Altona North Primary School and Marong Primary School rank in VIC?
Altona North Primary School is 839th of 1,290 and Marong Primary School is 805th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.