Balwyn Primary School vs Fintona Girls' School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 116 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
Fintona Girls' School
Balwyn · Independent combined · Prep-12
533 students · ICSEA 1191
| Measure | Balwyn Primary School Balwyn VIC | Fintona Girls' School Balwyn VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 80 Top 5% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #109 of 1,290 | #3 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #194 of 4,908 | #5 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 574 | 533 |
| Girls / boys | 248 / 326 | 533 / – |
| Foundation intake | 45 | 38 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | 61 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 51 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | 35 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | 26.8% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -6% | +19% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1171 | 1191 |
| ICSEA percentile | 98th | 99th |
| Top SEA quarter | 69% | 75% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 3% | 1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 9.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 36.9 | 55.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 11.7 | 30.0 |
| Language background other than English | 85% | 58% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Balwyn 3103 | Balwyn 3103 |
| Council area | Boroondara | Boroondara |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.balwynps.vic.edu.au/ | www.fintona.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Fintona Girls' School scores higher on the Success Index (90.0 vs 79.9).
- •Fintona Girls' School has the higher ICSEA (1191 vs 1171), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Fintona Girls' School has fewer students per teacher (9.5 vs 15.6).
- •Balwyn Primary School is the larger school with 574 students compared with 533.
- •Fintona Girls' School has grown faster over five years (19% vs -6%).
- •Balwyn Primary School is a government school while Fintona Girls' School is an independent school, so fees and enrolment rules differ.
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 Fintona Girls' School?
On the Success Index, Fintona Girls' School ranks higher (90.0 vs 79.9 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 Fintona Girls' School?
About 116 m in a straight line, between Balwyn and Balwyn in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Balwyn Primary School has 15.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Fintona Girls' School has 9.5.
How do Balwyn Primary School and Fintona Girls' School rank in VIC?
Balwyn Primary School is 109th of 1,290 and Fintona Girls' School is 3rd of 239 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.