Glenroy Central Primary School vs Glenroy Private
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 935 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Glenroy Central Primary School
Glenroy · Government primary · Prep-6
263 students · ICSEA 986
Glenroy Private
Glenroy · Independent combined · Prep-12
632 students · ICSEA 992
| Measure | Glenroy Central Primary School Glenroy VIC | Glenroy Private Glenroy VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 49 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #898 of 1,290 | #161 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #2768 of 4,908 | #709 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 263 | 632 |
| Girls / boys | 133 / 130 | 326 / 306 |
| Foundation intake | 34 | 69 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | 52 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 14 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | 23 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | 0% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -13% | +86% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 986 | 992 |
| ICSEA percentile | 40th | 43th |
| Top SEA quarter | 10% | 10% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 46% | 39% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 12.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 23.7 | 50.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 7.5 | 25.2 |
| Language background other than English | 76% | 99% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 0% |
| Suburb | Glenroy 3046 | Glenroy 3046 |
| Council area | Merri-bek | Merri-bek |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.glenroycentralps.vic.edu.au | www.glenroyprivate.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Glenroy Central Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (49.0 vs 47.4).
- •Glenroy Private has the higher ICSEA (992 vs 986), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Glenroy Central Primary School has fewer students per teacher (11.1 vs 12.6).
- •Glenroy Private is the larger school with 632 students compared with 263.
- •Glenroy Private has grown faster over five years (86% vs -13%).
- •Glenroy Central Primary School is a government school while Glenroy Private is an independent 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Your nearest centre: Success Tutoring Coolaroo
Frequently asked questions
Is Glenroy Central Primary School better than Glenroy Private?
On the Success Index, Glenroy Central Primary School ranks higher (49.0 vs 47.4 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 Glenroy Central Primary School and Glenroy Private?
About 935 m in a straight line, between Glenroy and Glenroy in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Glenroy Central Primary School has 11.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Glenroy Private has 12.6.
How do Glenroy Central Primary School and Glenroy Private rank in VIC?
Glenroy Central Primary School is 898th of 1,290 and Glenroy Private is 161st of 239 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.