Canadian Lead Primary School vs Dunolly Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 81 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Canadian Lead Primary School
Ballarat East · Government primary · Prep-6
235 students · ICSEA 952
Dunolly Primary School
Dunolly · Government primary · Prep-6
88 students · ICSEA 952
| Measure | Canadian Lead Primary School Ballarat East VIC | Dunolly Primary School Dunolly VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 37 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #1131 of 1,290 | #1183 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #3644 of 4,908 | #3854 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 235 | 88 |
| Girls / boys | 104 / 131 | 47 / 41 |
| Foundation intake | 35 | 13 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +12% | +10% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 952 | 952 |
| ICSEA percentile | 25th | 26th |
| Top SEA quarter | 7% | 4% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 51% | 53% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 13.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 16.2 | 6.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 22.0 | 7.0 |
| Language background other than English | 5% | 6% |
| Indigenous students | 13% | 6% |
| Suburb | Ballarat East 3350 | Dunolly 3472 |
| Council area | Ballarat | Central Goldfields |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.clps.vic.edu.au/ | www.dunollyps.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Canadian Lead Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (36.9 vs 33.7).
- •Dunolly Primary School has fewer students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.5).
- •Canadian Lead Primary School is the larger school with 235 students compared with 88.
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 Canadian Lead Primary School better than Dunolly Primary School?
On the Success Index, Canadian Lead Primary School ranks higher (36.9 vs 33.7 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 Canadian Lead Primary School and Dunolly Primary School?
About 81 km in a straight line, between Ballarat East and Dunolly in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Canadian Lead Primary School has 14.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Dunolly Primary School has 13.2.
How do Canadian Lead Primary School and Dunolly Primary School rank in VIC?
Canadian Lead Primary School is 1131st of 1,290 and Dunolly Primary School is 1183rd of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.