Carlton Gardens Primary School vs Ozford College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 950 m 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
Ozford College
Melbourne · Independent high school · 10-12
101 students · ICSEA 1008
| Measure | Carlton Gardens Primary School Carlton VIC | Ozford College Melbourne VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 78 Top 10% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #185 of 1,290 | #203 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #354 of 4,908 | #697 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Government | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | 10-12 |
| Students | 435 | 101 |
| Girls / boys | 215 / 220 | 43 / 58 |
| Foundation intake | 61 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 47 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | 19 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | 0.8% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -3% | +12% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1133 | 1008 |
| ICSEA percentile | 92th | 51th |
| Top SEA quarter | 54% | 14% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 4% | 34% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 17.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 34.8 | 5.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 8.1 | – |
| Language background other than English | 76% | 100% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 0% |
| Suburb | Carlton 3053 | Melbourne 3000 |
| Council area | Melbourne | Melbourne |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.carltongardens.vic.edu.au | www.ozford.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Carlton Gardens Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (77.6 vs 51.9).
- •Carlton Gardens Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1133 vs 1008), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Carlton Gardens Primary School has fewer students per teacher (12.5 vs 17.7).
- •Carlton Gardens Primary School is the larger school with 435 students compared with 101.
- •Ozford College has grown faster over five years (12% vs -3%).
- •Carlton Gardens Primary School is a government school while Ozford College 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 Carlton Gardens Primary School better than Ozford College?
On the Success Index, Carlton Gardens Primary School ranks higher (77.6 vs 51.9 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 Ozford College?
About 950 m in a straight line, between Carlton and Melbourne in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Carlton Gardens Primary School has 12.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Ozford College has 17.7.
How do Carlton Gardens Primary School and Ozford College rank in VIC?
Carlton Gardens Primary School is 185th of 1,290 and Ozford College is 203rd of 348 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.