Deer Park West Primary School vs Wahgunyah Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 243 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Deer Park West Primary School
Deer Park · Government primary · Prep-6
389 students · ICSEA 989
Wahgunyah Primary School
Wahgunyah · Government primary · Prep-6
92 students · ICSEA 989
| Measure | Deer Park West Primary School Deer Park VIC | Wahgunyah Primary School Wahgunyah VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 46 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #966 of 1,290 | #1039 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #3008 of 4,908 | #3279 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 389 | 92 |
| Girls / boys | 190 / 199 | 41 / 51 |
| Foundation intake | 59 | 15 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -19% | -9% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 989 | 989 |
| ICSEA percentile | 42th | 42th |
| Top SEA quarter | 8% | 5% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 39% | 38% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 13.1 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 29.6 | 7.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 11.6 | 5.4 |
| Language background other than English | 78% | 6% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 2% |
| Suburb | Deer Park 3023 | Wahgunyah 3687 |
| Council area | Brimbank | Indigo |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.dpwps.vic.edu.au | www.wahgunyahps.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Deer Park West Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (45.9 vs 42.2).
- •Deer Park West Primary School is the larger school with 389 students compared with 92.
- •Wahgunyah Primary School has grown faster over five years (-9% vs -19%).
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 Deer Park West Primary School better than Wahgunyah Primary School?
On the Success Index, Deer Park West Primary School ranks higher (45.9 vs 42.2 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 Deer Park West Primary School and Wahgunyah Primary School?
About 243 km in a straight line, between Deer Park and Wahgunyah in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Deer Park West Primary School has 13.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Wahgunyah Primary School has 13.1.
How do Deer Park West Primary School and Wahgunyah Primary School rank in VIC?
Deer Park West Primary School is 966th of 1,290 and Wahgunyah Primary School is 1039th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.