Clarinda Primary School vs Manifold Heights Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 71 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Clarinda Primary School
Clarinda · Government primary · Prep-6
334 students · ICSEA 1082
Manifold Heights Primary School
Manifold Heights · Government primary · Prep-6
469 students · ICSEA 1082
| Measure | Clarinda Primary School Clarinda VIC | Manifold Heights Primary School Manifold Heights VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 73 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #318 of 1,290 | #354 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #713 of 4,908 | #823 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 334 | 469 |
| Girls / boys | 176 / 158 | 225 / 244 |
| Foundation intake | 58 | 70 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -9% | +8% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1082 | 1082 |
| ICSEA percentile | 79th | 79th |
| Top SEA quarter | 34% | 30% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 13% | 11% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 15.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 23.3 | 31.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 8.3 | 9.9 |
| Language background other than English | 73% | 9% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 0% |
| Suburb | Clarinda 3169 | Manifold Heights 3218 |
| Council area | Kingston (Vic.) | Greater Geelong |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.clarindaps.vic.edu.au | www.manifold.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Clarinda Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (73.2 vs 72.0).
- •Clarinda Primary School has fewer students per teacher (14.3 vs 15.0).
- •Manifold Heights Primary School is the larger school with 469 students compared with 334.
- •Manifold Heights Primary School has grown faster over five years (8% vs -9%).
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 Clarinda Primary School better than Manifold Heights Primary School?
On the Success Index, Clarinda Primary School ranks higher (73.2 vs 72.0 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 Clarinda Primary School and Manifold Heights Primary School?
About 71 km in a straight line, between Clarinda and Manifold Heights in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Clarinda Primary School has 14.3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Manifold Heights Primary School has 15.0.
How do Clarinda Primary School and Manifold Heights Primary School rank in VIC?
Clarinda Primary School is 318th of 1,290 and Manifold Heights Primary School is 354th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.