Australian Islamic Centre College vs Maharishi School of the Age of Enlightenment
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 21 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Australian Islamic Centre College
Newport · Independent primary · Prep-6
151 students · ICSEA 1032
Maharishi School of the Age of Enlightenment
Reservoir · Independent primary · Prep-6
53 students · ICSEA 1032
| Measure | Australian Islamic Centre College Newport VIC | Maharishi School of the Age of Enlightenment Reservoir VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 55 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #774 of 1,290 | – |
| National rank (type) | #2321 of 4,908 | – |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 151 | 53 |
| Girls / boys | 73 / 78 | 22 / 31 |
| Foundation intake | 34 | 6 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | – | -20% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1032 | 1032 |
| ICSEA percentile | 61th | 61th |
| Top SEA quarter | 17% | 21% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 25% | 9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 9.1 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 8.9 | 5.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 7.2 | 3.9 |
| Language background other than English | 42% | 28% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 15% |
| Suburb | Newport 3015 | Reservoir 3073 |
| Council area | Hobsons Bay | Darebin |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | aicc.vic.edu.au/ | www.maharishischool.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Maharishi School of the Age of Enlightenment scores higher on the Success Index (57.5 vs 55.0).
- •Maharishi School of the Age of Enlightenment has fewer students per teacher (9.1 vs 17.0).
- •Australian Islamic Centre College is the larger school with 151 students compared with 53.
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 Australian Islamic Centre College better than Maharishi School of the Age of Enlightenment?
On the Success Index, Maharishi School of the Age of Enlightenment ranks higher (57.5 vs 55.0 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 Australian Islamic Centre College and Maharishi School of the Age of Enlightenment?
About 21 km in a straight line, between Newport and Reservoir in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Australian Islamic Centre College has 17.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Maharishi School of the Age of Enlightenment has 9.1.
How do Australian Islamic Centre College and Maharishi School of the Age of Enlightenment rank in VIC?
Australian Islamic Centre College is 774th of 1,290 and Maharishi School of the Age of Enlightenment is unranked among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.