Geelong English Language School vs Mandama Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 1.8 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Geelong English Language School
Belmont · Government combined · Prep-10
95 students · ICSEA 884
Mandama Primary School
Grovedale · Government primary · Prep-6
352 students · ICSEA 1008
| Measure | Geelong English Language School Belmont VIC | Mandama Primary School Grovedale VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 25 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #235 of 239 | #983 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #1178 of 1,259 | #3082 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-10 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 95 | 352 |
| Girls / boys | 50 / 45 | 193 / 159 |
| Foundation intake | 14 | 47 |
| Year 7 cohort | 6 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | – | -9% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 884 | 1008 |
| ICSEA percentile | 8th | 51th |
| Top SEA quarter | 3% | 10% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 69% | 29% |
| Students per teacher | 3.4 | 13.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 28.3 | 26.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 15.0 | 15.3 |
| Language background other than English | 100% | 14% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 6% |
| Suburb | Belmont 3216 | Grovedale 3216 |
| Council area | Greater Geelong | Greater Geelong |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.gelc.vic.edu.au/ | www.mandama.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Mandama Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (45.0 vs 25.4).
- •Mandama Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1008 vs 884), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Geelong English Language School has fewer students per teacher (3.4 vs 13.4).
- •Mandama Primary School is the larger school with 352 students compared with 95.
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 English Language School better than Mandama Primary School?
On the Success Index, Mandama Primary School ranks higher (45.0 vs 25.4 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 Geelong English Language School and Mandama Primary School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Belmont and Grovedale in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Geelong English Language School has 3.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Mandama Primary School has 13.4.
How do Geelong English Language School and Mandama Primary School rank in VIC?
Geelong English Language School is 235th of 239 and Mandama Primary School is 983rd of 1,290 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.