Caulfield Grammar School vs Ripponlea Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 298 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Caulfield Grammar School
St Kilda East · Independent combined · Prep-12
3,555 students · ICSEA 1157
Ripponlea Primary School
St Kilda East · Government primary · Prep-6
256 students · ICSEA 1141
| Measure | Caulfield Grammar School St Kilda East VIC | Ripponlea Primary School St Kilda East VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 88 Top 5% | 78 Top 10% |
| State rank (type) | #13 of 239 | #159 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #20 of 1,259 | #290 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 3,555 | 256 |
| Girls / boys | 1,789 / 1,766 | 119 / 137 |
| Foundation intake | 96 | 32 |
| Year 7 cohort | 456 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 492 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 35 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 22.6% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +12% | -13% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1157 | 1141 |
| ICSEA percentile | 96th | 93th |
| Top SEA quarter | 65% | 57% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 2% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 9.1 | 13.1 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 389.2 | 19.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 263.7 | 10.0 |
| Language background other than English | 44% | 25% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 1% |
| Suburb | St Kilda East 3183 | St Kilda East 3183 |
| Council area | Glen Eira | Glen Eira |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au | www.ripponleaps.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Caulfield Grammar School scores higher on the Success Index (87.8 vs 78.4).
- •Caulfield Grammar School has the higher ICSEA (1157 vs 1141), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Caulfield Grammar School has fewer students per teacher (9.1 vs 13.1).
- •Caulfield Grammar School is the larger school with 3,555 students compared with 256.
- •Caulfield Grammar School has grown faster over five years (12% vs -13%).
- •Caulfield Grammar School is a independent school while Ripponlea Primary School is a government 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 Caulfield Grammar School better than Ripponlea Primary School?
On the Success Index, Caulfield Grammar School ranks higher (87.8 vs 78.4 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 Caulfield Grammar School and Ripponlea Primary School?
About 298 m in a straight line, between St Kilda East and St Kilda East in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Caulfield Grammar School has 9.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Ripponlea Primary School has 13.1.
How do Caulfield Grammar School and Ripponlea Primary School rank in VIC?
Caulfield Grammar School is 13th of 239 and Ripponlea Primary School is 159th of 1,290 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.