Emerald Primary School vs Inverloch Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 82 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Emerald Primary School
Emerald · Government primary · Prep-6
445 students · ICSEA 1061
Inverloch Primary School
Inverloch · Government primary · Prep-6
461 students · ICSEA 1061
| Measure | Emerald Primary School Emerald VIC | Inverloch Primary School Inverloch VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 64 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #546 of 1,290 | #334 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #1538 of 4,908 | #762 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 445 | 461 |
| Girls / boys | 240 / 205 | 215 / 246 |
| Foundation intake | 57 | 61 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -11% | +1% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1061 | 1061 |
| ICSEA percentile | 72th | 72th |
| Top SEA quarter | 24% | 27% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 16% | 15% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 11.8 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 30.8 | 39.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 11.7 | 18.5 |
| Language background other than English | 6% | 6% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 3% |
| Suburb | Emerald 3782 | Inverloch 3996 |
| Council area | Cardinia | Bass Coast |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.eps.vic.edu.au | www.inverlochps.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Inverloch Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (72.8 vs 64.1).
- •Inverloch Primary School has fewer students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.4).
- •Inverloch Primary School is the larger school with 461 students compared with 445.
- •Inverloch Primary School has grown faster over five years (1% vs -11%).
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 Emerald Primary School better than Inverloch Primary School?
On the Success Index, Inverloch Primary School ranks higher (72.8 vs 64.1 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 Emerald Primary School and Inverloch Primary School?
About 82 km in a straight line, between Emerald and Inverloch in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Emerald Primary School has 14.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Inverloch Primary School has 11.8.
How do Emerald Primary School and Inverloch Primary School rank in VIC?
Emerald Primary School is 546th of 1,290 and Inverloch Primary School is 334th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.