East Preston Islamic College vs Preston North East Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 434 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
East Preston Islamic College
Preston · Independent combined · Prep-12
733 students · ICSEA 976
Preston North East Primary School
East Preston · Government primary · Prep-6
201 students · ICSEA 955
| Measure | East Preston Islamic College Preston VIC | Preston North East Primary School East Preston VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 32 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #221 of 239 | #1122 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #1037 of 1,259 | #3593 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 733 | 201 |
| Girls / boys | 373 / 360 | 110 / 91 |
| Foundation intake | 71 | 32 |
| Year 7 cohort | 60 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 15 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 25 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 4.6% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -2% | -24% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 976 | 955 |
| ICSEA percentile | 36th | 27th |
| Top SEA quarter | 6% | 8% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 46% | 48% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 12.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 62.4 | 16.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 57.5 | 9.8 |
| Language background other than English | 96% | 58% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 11% |
| Suburb | Preston 3072 | East Preston 3072 |
| Council area | Darebin | Darebin |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.epic.vic.edu.au | www.pneps.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Preston North East Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (37.7 vs 31.5).
- •East Preston Islamic College has the higher ICSEA (976 vs 955), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •East Preston Islamic College is the larger school with 733 students compared with 201.
- •East Preston Islamic College has grown faster over five years (-2% vs -24%).
- •East Preston Islamic College is a independent school while Preston North East Primary School is a government 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 East Preston Islamic College better than Preston North East Primary School?
On the Success Index, Preston North East Primary School ranks higher (37.7 vs 31.5 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 East Preston Islamic College and Preston North East Primary School?
About 434 m in a straight line, between Preston and East Preston in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
East Preston Islamic College has 11.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Preston North East Primary School has 12.2.
How do East Preston Islamic College and Preston North East Primary School rank in VIC?
East Preston Islamic College is 221st of 239 and Preston North East Primary School is 1122nd of 1,290 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.