Geelong South Primary School vs Glen Katherine Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 86 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Geelong South Primary School
South Geelong · Government primary · Prep-6
326 students · ICSEA 1088
Glen Katherine Primary School
Eltham North · Government primary · Prep-6
554 students · ICSEA 1088
| Measure | Geelong South Primary School South Geelong VIC | Glen Katherine Primary School Eltham North VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 63 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #585 of 1,290 | #390 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #1642 of 4,908 | #974 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 326 | 554 |
| Girls / boys | 152 / 174 | 286 / 268 |
| Foundation intake | 47 | 66 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -8% | -4% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1088 | 1088 |
| ICSEA percentile | 81th | 81th |
| Top SEA quarter | 38% | 33% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 11% | 8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 14.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 20.2 | 38.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 10.5 | 24.0 |
| Language background other than English | 15% | 8% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 1% |
| Suburb | South Geelong 3220 | Eltham North 3095 |
| Council area | Greater Geelong | Banyule |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.gsps.vic.edu.au | www.glenkps.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Glen Katherine Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (70.5 vs 63.0).
- •Glen Katherine Primary School has fewer students per teacher (14.3 vs 16.1).
- •Glen Katherine Primary School is the larger school with 554 students compared with 326.
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 South Primary School better than Glen Katherine Primary School?
On the Success Index, Glen Katherine Primary School ranks higher (70.5 vs 63.0 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 South Primary School and Glen Katherine Primary School?
About 86 km in a straight line, between South Geelong and Eltham North in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Geelong South Primary School has 16.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Glen Katherine Primary School has 14.3.
How do Geelong South Primary School and Glen Katherine Primary School rank in VIC?
Geelong South Primary School is 585th of 1,290 and Glen Katherine Primary School is 390th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.