Congupna Primary School vs Watsonia Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 159 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Congupna Primary School
Congupna · Government primary · Prep-6
90 students · ICSEA 1027
Watsonia Primary School
Watsonia · Government primary · Prep-6
63 students · ICSEA 1027
| Measure | Congupna Primary School Congupna VIC | Watsonia Primary School Watsonia VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 60 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #643 of 1,290 | – |
| National rank (type) | #1894 of 4,908 | – |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 90 | 63 |
| Girls / boys | 41 / 49 | 25 / 38 |
| Foundation intake | 21 | 11 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +15% | -23% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1027 | 1027 |
| ICSEA percentile | 59th | 59th |
| Top SEA quarter | 20% | 21% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 24% | 23% |
| Students per teacher | 9.8 | 10.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 9.2 | 6.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 4.4 | 4.3 |
| Language background other than English | 3% | 25% |
| Indigenous students | 4% | 10% |
| Suburb | Congupna 3633 | Watsonia 3087 |
| Council area | Greater Shepparton | Banyule |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | www.congupnaps.vic.edu.au | www.watsoniaps.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Congupna Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (60.4 vs 56.8).
- •Congupna Primary School has fewer students per teacher (9.8 vs 10.5).
- •Congupna Primary School is the larger school with 90 students compared with 63.
- •Congupna Primary School has grown faster over five years (15% vs -23%).
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 Congupna Primary School better than Watsonia Primary School?
On the Success Index, Congupna Primary School ranks higher (60.4 vs 56.8 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 Congupna Primary School and Watsonia Primary School?
About 159 km in a straight line, between Congupna and Watsonia in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Congupna Primary School has 9.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Watsonia Primary School has 10.5.
How do Congupna Primary School and Watsonia Primary School rank in VIC?
Congupna Primary School is 643rd of 1,290 and Watsonia Primary School is unranked among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.