Deutsche Schule Melbourne vs Sholem Aleichem College
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 12 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Deutsche Schule Melbourne
Fitzroy North · Independent primary · Prep-6
165 students · ICSEA 1186
Sholem Aleichem College
Elsternwick · Independent primary · Prep-6
96 students · ICSEA 1168
| Measure | Deutsche Schule Melbourne Fitzroy North VIC | Sholem Aleichem College Elsternwick VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 86 Top 5% | 83 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #14 of 1,290 | #45 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #20 of 4,908 | #71 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 165 | 96 |
| Girls / boys | 79 / 86 | 43 / 53 |
| Foundation intake | 24 | 10 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +30% | -44% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1186 | 1168 |
| ICSEA percentile | 99th | 98th |
| Top SEA quarter | 77% | 70% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 1% | 2% |
| Students per teacher | 8.1 | 8.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 20.3 | 11.5 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 5.0 | 12.2 |
| Language background other than English | 79% | 23% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Fitzroy North 3068 | Elsternwick 3185 |
| Council area | Yarra | Glen Eira |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.dsm.org.au | www.sholem.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Deutsche Schule Melbourne scores higher on the Success Index (86.4 vs 83.4).
- •Deutsche Schule Melbourne has the higher ICSEA (1186 vs 1168), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Deutsche Schule Melbourne is the larger school with 165 students compared with 96.
- •Deutsche Schule Melbourne has grown faster over five years (30% vs -44%).
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 Deutsche Schule Melbourne better than Sholem Aleichem College?
On the Success Index, Deutsche Schule Melbourne ranks higher (86.4 vs 83.4 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 Deutsche Schule Melbourne and Sholem Aleichem College?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Fitzroy North and Elsternwick in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Deutsche Schule Melbourne has 8.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Sholem Aleichem College has 8.3.
How do Deutsche Schule Melbourne and Sholem Aleichem College rank in VIC?
Deutsche Schule Melbourne is 14th of 1,290 and Sholem Aleichem College is 45th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.