Belle Vue Park Primary School vs Carisbrook Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 123 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Belle Vue Park Primary School
Glenroy · Government primary · Prep-6
159 students · ICSEA 949
Carisbrook Primary School
Carisbrook · Government primary · Prep-6
228 students · ICSEA 949
| Measure | Belle Vue Park Primary School Glenroy VIC | Carisbrook Primary School Carisbrook VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 36 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #1146 of 1,290 | #1246 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #3689 of 4,908 | #4272 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 159 | 228 |
| Girls / boys | 75 / 84 | 114 / 114 |
| Foundation intake | 17 | 25 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +5% | -14% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 949 | 949 |
| ICSEA percentile | 24th | 24th |
| Top SEA quarter | 3% | 3% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 56% | 54% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 13.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 12.8 | 16.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 6.7 | 9.6 |
| Language background other than English | 76% | 2% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 7% |
| Suburb | Glenroy 3046 | Carisbrook 3464 |
| Council area | Merri-bek | Central Goldfields |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.bellevueparkps.vic.edu.au | www.vrqa.vic.gov.au/StateRegister/Provider.aspx/DetailsProvider?AccountID=1d8fc00c-ed32-de11-9c94-002185cd8e5c |
The verdict
- •Belle Vue Park Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (36.2 vs 28.0).
- •Belle Vue Park Primary School has fewer students per teacher (12.4 vs 13.7).
- •Carisbrook Primary School is the larger school with 228 students compared with 159.
- •Belle Vue Park Primary School has grown faster over five years (5% vs -14%).
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 Belle Vue Park Primary School better than Carisbrook Primary School?
On the Success Index, Belle Vue Park Primary School ranks higher (36.2 vs 28.0 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 Belle Vue Park Primary School and Carisbrook Primary School?
About 123 km in a straight line, between Glenroy and Carisbrook in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Belle Vue Park Primary School has 12.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Carisbrook Primary School has 13.7.
How do Belle Vue Park Primary School and Carisbrook Primary School rank in VIC?
Belle Vue Park Primary School is 1146th of 1,290 and Carisbrook Primary School is 1246th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.