Eltham College vs Research Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 798 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Eltham College
Research · Independent combined · Prep-12
639 students · ICSEA 1139
Research Primary School
Research · Government primary · Prep-6
219 students · ICSEA 1092
| Measure | Eltham College Research VIC | Research Primary School Research VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 81 Top 10% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #43 of 239 | #347 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #102 of 1,259 | #804 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 639 | 219 |
| Girls / boys | 251 / 388 | 121 / 98 |
| Foundation intake | 15 | 35 |
| Year 7 cohort | 79 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 78 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 32 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 10.2% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +6% | +59% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1139 | 1092 |
| ICSEA percentile | 93th | 82th |
| Top SEA quarter | 55% | 36% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 3% | 8% |
| Students per teacher | 8.5 | 14.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 74.9 | 15.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 53.1 | 2.9 |
| Language background other than English | 27% | 8% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 1% |
| Suburb | Research 3095 | Research 3095 |
| Council area | Nillumbik | Nillumbik |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.elthamcollege.vic.edu.au | www.researchps.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Eltham College scores higher on the Success Index (80.5 vs 72.3).
- •Eltham College has the higher ICSEA (1139 vs 1092), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Eltham College has fewer students per teacher (8.5 vs 14.6).
- •Eltham College is the larger school with 639 students compared with 219.
- •Research Primary School has grown faster over five years (59% vs 6%).
- •Eltham College is a independent school while Research 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 Eltham College better than Research Primary School?
On the Success Index, Eltham College ranks higher (80.5 vs 72.3 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 Eltham College and Research Primary School?
About 798 m in a straight line, between Research and Research in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Eltham College has 8.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Research Primary School has 14.6.
How do Eltham College and Research Primary School rank in VIC?
Eltham College is 43rd of 239 and Research Primary School is 347th of 1,290 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.