Balwyn North Primary School vs Chilwell Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 75 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Balwyn North Primary School
Balwyn North · Government primary · Prep-6
554 students · ICSEA 1139
Chilwell Primary School
Newtown · Government primary · Prep-6
408 students · ICSEA 1139
| Measure | Balwyn North Primary School Balwyn North VIC | Chilwell Primary School Newtown VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 83 Top 5% | 76 Top 10% |
| State rank (type) | #61 of 1,290 | #221 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #94 of 4,908 | #441 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 554 | 408 |
| Girls / boys | 241 / 313 | 191 / 217 |
| Foundation intake | 48 | 52 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -4% | +4% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1139 | 1139 |
| ICSEA percentile | 93th | 93th |
| Top SEA quarter | 58% | 55% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 3% | 5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 14.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 41.4 | 27.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 9.8 | 8.3 |
| Language background other than English | 84% | 18% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Balwyn North 3104 | Newtown 3220 |
| Council area | Boroondara | Greater Geelong |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.balwynnorthps.vic.edu.au | www.chilwellps.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Balwyn North Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (82.6 vs 76.4).
- •Balwyn North Primary School has fewer students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.9).
- •Balwyn North Primary School is the larger school with 554 students compared with 408.
- •Chilwell Primary School has grown faster over five years (4% 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 North Primary School better than Chilwell Primary School?
On the Success Index, Balwyn North Primary School ranks higher (82.6 vs 76.4 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 North Primary School and Chilwell Primary School?
About 75 km in a straight line, between Balwyn North and Newtown in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Balwyn North Primary School has 13.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Chilwell Primary School has 14.9.
How do Balwyn North Primary School and Chilwell Primary School rank in VIC?
Balwyn North Primary School is 61st of 1,290 and Chilwell Primary School is 221st of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.