Greythorn Primary School vs South Yarra Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 11 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Greythorn Primary School
Balwyn North · Government primary · Prep-6
434 students · ICSEA 1152
South Yarra Primary School
South Yarra · Government primary · Prep-6
435 students · ICSEA 1152
| Measure | Greythorn Primary School Balwyn North VIC | South Yarra Primary School South Yarra VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 77 Top 10% | 80 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #193 of 1,290 | #116 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #373 of 4,908 | #210 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 434 | 435 |
| Girls / boys | 202 / 232 | 223 / 212 |
| Foundation intake | 66 | 73 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -16% | +3% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1152 | 1152 |
| ICSEA percentile | 95th | 95th |
| Top SEA quarter | 61% | 60% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 1% | 2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 14.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 26.9 | 31.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 10.7 | 7.7 |
| Language background other than English | 66% | 60% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Balwyn North 3104 | South Yarra 3141 |
| Council area | Boroondara | Melbourne |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.greythornps.vic.edu.au | www.southyarraps.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •South Yarra Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (79.6 vs 77.4).
- •South Yarra Primary School has fewer students per teacher (14.0 vs 16.1).
- •South Yarra Primary School is the larger school with 435 students compared with 434.
- •South Yarra Primary School has grown faster over five years (3% vs -16%).
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 Greythorn Primary School better than South Yarra Primary School?
On the Success Index, South Yarra Primary School ranks higher (79.6 vs 77.4 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 Greythorn Primary School and South Yarra Primary School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Balwyn North and South Yarra in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Greythorn Primary School has 16.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and South Yarra Primary School has 14.0.
How do Greythorn Primary School and South Yarra Primary School rank in VIC?
Greythorn Primary School is 193rd of 1,290 and South Yarra Primary School is 116th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.