Geelong East Primary School vs Moolap Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 3.7 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Geelong East Primary School
Geelong East · Government primary · Prep-6
147 students · ICSEA 948
Moolap Primary School
Moolap · Government primary · Prep-6
197 students · ICSEA 970
| Measure | Geelong East Primary School Geelong East VIC | Moolap Primary School Moolap VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 30 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #1229 of 1,290 | #1179 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #4158 of 4,908 | #3847 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 147 | 197 |
| Girls / boys | 66 / 81 | 92 / 105 |
| Foundation intake | 17 | 29 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -34% | -12% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 948 | 970 |
| ICSEA percentile | 24th | 33th |
| Top SEA quarter | 2% | 3% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 53% | 49% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 12.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 13.3 | 16.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 8.6 | 9.7 |
| Language background other than English | 16% | 4% |
| Indigenous students | 7% | 3% |
| Suburb | Geelong East 3219 | Moolap 3224 |
| Council area | Greater Geelong | Greater Geelong |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.geeastps.vic.edu.au | www.moolapps.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Moolap Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (33.9 vs 29.6).
- •Moolap Primary School has the higher ICSEA (970 vs 948), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Geelong East Primary School has fewer students per teacher (11.1 vs 12.2).
- •Moolap Primary School is the larger school with 197 students compared with 147.
- •Moolap Primary School has grown faster over five years (-12% vs -34%).
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 Geelong East Primary School better than Moolap Primary School?
On the Success Index, Moolap Primary School ranks higher (33.9 vs 29.6 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 Geelong East Primary School and Moolap Primary School?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Geelong East and Moolap in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Geelong East Primary School has 11.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Moolap Primary School has 12.2.
How do Geelong East Primary School and Moolap Primary School rank in VIC?
Geelong East Primary School is 1229th of 1,290 and Moolap Primary School is 1179th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.