Ardeer Primary School vs Romsey Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 48 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Ardeer Primary School
Ardeer · Government primary · Prep-6
139 students · ICSEA 986
Romsey Primary School
Romsey · Government primary · Prep-6
323 students · ICSEA 986
| Measure | Ardeer Primary School Ardeer VIC | Romsey Primary School Romsey VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 44 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #1001 of 1,290 | #989 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #3148 of 4,908 | #3096 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 139 | 323 |
| Girls / boys | 67 / 72 | 160 / 163 |
| Foundation intake | 20 | 60 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -10% | +17% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 986 | 986 |
| ICSEA percentile | 40th | 40th |
| Top SEA quarter | 8% | 5% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 42% | 38% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 13.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 9.8 | 23.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 5.4 | 13.4 |
| Language background other than English | 69% | 4% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 3% |
| Suburb | Ardeer 3022 | Romsey 3434 |
| Council area | Brimbank | Macedon Ranges |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.vrqa.vic.gov.au/StateRegister/Provider.aspx/DetailsProvider?AccountID=de89c00c-ed32-de11-9c94-002185cd8e5c | www.romseyps.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index scores (44.0 vs 44.8).
- •Romsey Primary School has fewer students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.1).
- •Romsey Primary School is the larger school with 323 students compared with 139.
- •Romsey Primary School has grown faster over five years (17% vs -10%).
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 Ardeer Primary School better than Romsey 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 Ardeer Primary School and Romsey Primary School?
About 48 km in a straight line, between Ardeer and Romsey in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Ardeer Primary School has 14.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Romsey Primary School has 13.6.
How do Ardeer Primary School and Romsey Primary School rank in VIC?
Ardeer Primary School is 1001st of 1,290 and Romsey Primary School is 989th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.