Carlton Gardens Primary School vs Donburn Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 17 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Carlton Gardens Primary School
Carlton · Government primary · Prep-6
435 students · ICSEA 1133
Donburn Primary School
Doncaster East · Government primary · Prep-6
550 students · ICSEA 1133
| Measure | Carlton Gardens Primary School Carlton VIC | Donburn Primary School Doncaster East VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 78 Top 10% | 79 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #185 of 1,290 | #135 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #354 of 4,908 | #244 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 435 | 550 |
| Girls / boys | 215 / 220 | 267 / 283 |
| Foundation intake | 61 | 56 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -3% | +15% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1133 | 1133 |
| ICSEA percentile | 92th | 92th |
| Top SEA quarter | 54% | 53% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 4% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 15.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 34.8 | 35.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 8.1 | 8.5 |
| Language background other than English | 76% | 84% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 0% |
| Suburb | Carlton 3053 | Doncaster East 3109 |
| Council area | Melbourne | Manningham |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.carltongardens.vic.edu.au | www.donburn.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Donburn Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (79.1 vs 77.6).
- •Carlton Gardens Primary School has fewer students per teacher (12.5 vs 15.7).
- •Donburn Primary School is the larger school with 550 students compared with 435.
- •Donburn Primary School has grown faster over five years (15% vs -3%).
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 Carlton Gardens Primary School better than Donburn Primary School?
On the Success Index, Donburn Primary School ranks higher (79.1 vs 77.6 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 Carlton Gardens Primary School and Donburn Primary School?
About 17 km in a straight line, between Carlton and Doncaster East in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Carlton Gardens Primary School has 12.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Donburn Primary School has 15.7.
How do Carlton Gardens Primary School and Donburn Primary School rank in VIC?
Carlton Gardens Primary School is 185th of 1,290 and Donburn Primary School is 135th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.