Daylesford Dharma School vs Ghilgai School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 115 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Daylesford Dharma School
Daylesford · Independent primary · Prep-6
21 students · ICSEA 1062
Ghilgai School
Kilsyth · Independent primary · Prep-6
94 students · ICSEA 1061
| Measure | Daylesford Dharma School Daylesford VIC | Ghilgai School Kilsyth VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 64 Top 50% | 66 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | – | #491 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | – | #1345 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 21 | 94 |
| Girls / boys | 13 / 8 | 42 / 52 |
| Foundation intake | 5 | 15 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -42% | +6% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1062 | 1061 |
| ICSEA percentile | 73th | 72th |
| Top SEA quarter | 25% | 22% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 12% | 14% |
| Students per teacher | 6.6 | 11.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 3.2 | 8.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 1.4 | 7.0 |
| Language background other than English | 24% | 21% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 1% |
| Suburb | Daylesford 3460 | Kilsyth 3137 |
| Council area | Hepburn | Yarra Ranges |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | www.dharmaschool.com.au | www.ghilgai.com.au |
The verdict
- •Ghilgai School scores higher on the Success Index (66.3 vs 64.3).
- •Daylesford Dharma School has the higher ICSEA (1062 vs 1061), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Daylesford Dharma School has fewer students per teacher (6.6 vs 11.2).
- •Ghilgai School is the larger school with 94 students compared with 21.
- •Ghilgai School has grown faster over five years (6% vs -42%).
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 Daylesford Dharma School better than Ghilgai School?
On the Success Index, Ghilgai School ranks higher (66.3 vs 64.3 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 Daylesford Dharma School and Ghilgai School?
About 115 km in a straight line, between Daylesford and Kilsyth in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Daylesford Dharma School has 6.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Ghilgai School has 11.2.
How do Daylesford Dharma School and Ghilgai School rank in VIC?
Daylesford Dharma School is unranked and Ghilgai School is 491st of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.