Coolaroo South Primary School vs St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 676 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Coolaroo South Primary School
Coolaroo · Government primary · Prep-6
250 students · ICSEA 930
St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College
Coolaroo · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,078 students · ICSEA 997
| Measure | Coolaroo South Primary School Coolaroo VIC | St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College Coolaroo VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 39 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #1098 of 1,290 | #209 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #3514 of 4,908 | #961 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 250 | 1,078 |
| Girls / boys | 108 / 142 | 564 / 514 |
| Foundation intake | 37 | 68 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | 113 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 70 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | 29 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | 10% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +4% | +31% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 930 | 997 |
| ICSEA percentile | 18th | 45th |
| Top SEA quarter | 4% | 12% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 60% | 37% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 15.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 23.1 | 67.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 13.9 | 40.0 |
| Language background other than English | 75% | 97% |
| Indigenous students | 7% | 0% |
| Suburb | Coolaroo 3048 | Coolaroo 3048 |
| Council area | Hume | Hume |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.coolaroosouthps.vic.edu.au/ | www.copticvic.org |
The verdict
- •Coolaroo South Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (38.8 vs 35.3).
- •St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College has the higher ICSEA (997 vs 930), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Coolaroo South Primary School has fewer students per teacher (10.8 vs 15.9).
- •St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College is the larger school with 1,078 students compared with 250.
- •St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College has grown faster over five years (31% vs 4%).
- •Coolaroo South Primary School is a government school while St Mary's Coptic Orthodox 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 Coolaroo South Primary School better than St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College?
On the Success Index, Coolaroo South Primary School ranks higher (38.8 vs 35.3 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 Coolaroo South Primary School and St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College?
About 676 m in a straight line, between Coolaroo and Coolaroo in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Coolaroo South Primary School has 10.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College has 15.9.
How do Coolaroo South Primary School and St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College rank in VIC?
Coolaroo South Primary School is 1098th of 1,290 and St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College is 209th of 239 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.