Camberwell South Primary School vs St Cecilia's School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 300 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Camberwell South Primary School
Glen Iris · Government primary · Prep-6
423 students · ICSEA 1183
St Cecilia's School
Glen Iris · Catholic primary · Prep-6
258 students · ICSEA 1172
| Measure | Camberwell South Primary School Glen Iris VIC | St Cecilia's School Glen Iris VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 86 Top 5% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #13 of 1,290 | #22 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #19 of 4,908 | #32 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Catholic |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 423 | 258 |
| Girls / boys | 202 / 221 | 121 / 137 |
| Foundation intake | 55 | 44 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -3% | +1% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1183 | 1172 |
| ICSEA percentile | 99th | 98th |
| Top SEA quarter | 74% | 69% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 1% | 1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 14.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 28.9 | 18.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 4.6 | 6.3 |
| Language background other than English | 27% | 12% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 0% |
| Suburb | Glen Iris 3146 | Glen Iris 3146 |
| Council area | Boroondara | Boroondara |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.cambsth.vic.edu.au | www.scgleniris.catholic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Camberwell South Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (86.4 vs 85.4).
- •Camberwell South Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1183 vs 1172), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Camberwell South Primary School is the larger school with 423 students compared with 258.
- •Camberwell South Primary School is a government school while St Cecilia's School is a catholic 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 Camberwell South Primary School better than St Cecilia's School?
On the Success Index, Camberwell South Primary School ranks higher (86.4 vs 85.4 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 Camberwell South Primary School and St Cecilia's School?
About 300 m in a straight line, between Glen Iris and Glen Iris in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Camberwell South Primary School has 14.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and St Cecilia's School has 14.3.
How do Camberwell South Primary School and St Cecilia's School rank in VIC?
Camberwell South Primary School is 13th of 1,290 and St Cecilia's School is 22nd of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.