Brunswick South Primary School vs Deutsche Schule Melbourne
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 925 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Brunswick South Primary School
Brunswick East · Government primary · Prep-6
317 students · ICSEA 1171
Deutsche Schule Melbourne
Fitzroy North · Independent primary · Prep-6
165 students · ICSEA 1186
| Measure | Brunswick South Primary School Brunswick East VIC | Deutsche Schule Melbourne Fitzroy North VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 92 Top 5% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #1 of 1,290 | #14 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #1 of 4,908 | #20 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 317 | 165 |
| Girls / boys | 153 / 164 | 79 / 86 |
| Foundation intake | 41 | 24 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -1% | +30% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1171 | 1186 |
| ICSEA percentile | 98th | 99th |
| Top SEA quarter | 69% | 77% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 2% | 1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 8.1 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 26.0 | 20.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 8.1 | 5.0 |
| Language background other than English | 35% | 79% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Brunswick East 3057 | Fitzroy North 3068 |
| Council area | Merri-bek | Yarra |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.brunswicksouthps.vic.edu.au | www.dsm.org.au |
The verdict
- •Brunswick South Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (92.3 vs 86.4).
- •Deutsche Schule Melbourne has the higher ICSEA (1186 vs 1171), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Deutsche Schule Melbourne has fewer students per teacher (8.1 vs 12.2).
- •Brunswick South Primary School is the larger school with 317 students compared with 165.
- •Deutsche Schule Melbourne has grown faster over five years (30% vs -1%).
- •Brunswick South Primary School is a government school while Deutsche Schule Melbourne 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 Brunswick South Primary School better than Deutsche Schule Melbourne?
On the Success Index, Brunswick South Primary School ranks higher (92.3 vs 86.4 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 Brunswick South Primary School and Deutsche Schule Melbourne?
About 925 m in a straight line, between Brunswick East and Fitzroy North in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Brunswick South Primary School has 12.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Deutsche Schule Melbourne has 8.1.
How do Brunswick South Primary School and Deutsche Schule Melbourne rank in VIC?
Brunswick South Primary School is 1st of 1,290 and Deutsche Schule Melbourne is 14th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.