Balwyn High School vs Balwyn North Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 166 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Balwyn High School
Balwyn North · Government high school · 7-12
2,260 students · ICSEA 1141
Balwyn North Primary School
Balwyn North · Government primary · Prep-6
554 students · ICSEA 1139
| Measure | Balwyn High School Balwyn North VIC | Balwyn North Primary School Balwyn North VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 85 Top 5% | 83 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #6 of 348 | #61 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #18 of 1,472 | #94 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | 7-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 2,260 | 554 |
| Girls / boys | 979 / 1,281 | 241 / 313 |
| Foundation intake | – | 48 |
| Year 7 cohort | 366 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 413 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 33 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 19.2% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +2% | -4% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1141 | 1139 |
| ICSEA percentile | 94th | 93th |
| Top SEA quarter | 56% | 58% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 3% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 13.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 185.2 | 41.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 54.6 | 9.8 |
| Language background other than English | 80% | 84% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Balwyn North 3104 | Balwyn North 3104 |
| Council area | Boroondara | Boroondara |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.balwynhs.vic.edu.au | www.balwynnorthps.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Balwyn High School scores higher on the Success Index (84.8 vs 82.6).
- •Balwyn High School has the higher ICSEA (1141 vs 1139), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Balwyn High School has fewer students per teacher (12.2 vs 13.4).
- •Balwyn High School is the larger school with 2,260 students compared with 554.
- •Balwyn High School has grown faster over five years (2% vs -4%).
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 Balwyn High School better than Balwyn North Primary School?
On the Success Index, Balwyn High School ranks higher (84.8 vs 82.6 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 Balwyn High School and Balwyn North Primary School?
About 166 m in a straight line, between Balwyn North and Balwyn North in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Balwyn High School has 12.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Balwyn North Primary School has 13.4.
How do Balwyn High School and Balwyn North Primary School rank in VIC?
Balwyn High School is 6th of 348 and Balwyn North Primary School is 61st of 1,290 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.