Balwyn Primary School vs Chatham Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 976 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Balwyn Primary School
Balwyn · Government primary · Prep-6
574 students · ICSEA 1171
Chatham Primary School
Surrey Hills · Government primary · Prep-6
241 students · ICSEA 1147
| Measure | Balwyn Primary School Balwyn VIC | Chatham Primary School Surrey Hills VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 80 Top 5% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #109 of 1,290 | #293 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #194 of 4,908 | #646 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 574 | 241 |
| Girls / boys | 248 / 326 | 117 / 124 |
| Foundation intake | 45 | 34 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -6% | -29% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1171 | 1147 |
| ICSEA percentile | 98th | 95th |
| Top SEA quarter | 69% | 61% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 3% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 15.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 36.9 | 16.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 11.7 | 5.0 |
| Language background other than English | 85% | 29% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 2% |
| Suburb | Balwyn 3103 | Surrey Hills 3127 |
| Council area | Boroondara | Boroondara |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.balwynps.vic.edu.au/ | www.chathamps.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Balwyn Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (79.9 vs 73.8).
- •Balwyn Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1171 vs 1147), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Chatham Primary School has fewer students per teacher (15.0 vs 15.6).
- •Balwyn Primary School is the larger school with 574 students compared with 241.
- •Balwyn Primary School has grown faster over five years (-6% vs -29%).
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 Primary School better than Chatham Primary School?
On the Success Index, Balwyn Primary School ranks higher (79.9 vs 73.8 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 Primary School and Chatham Primary School?
About 976 m in a straight line, between Balwyn and Surrey Hills in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Balwyn Primary School has 15.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Chatham Primary School has 15.0.
How do Balwyn Primary School and Chatham Primary School rank in VIC?
Balwyn Primary School is 109th of 1,290 and Chatham Primary School is 293rd of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.