Haddon Primary School vs Kuyim Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 160 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Haddon Primary School
Haddon · Government primary · Prep-6
232 students · ICSEA 1019
Kuyim Primary School
Pakenham · Government primary · Prep-5
115 students · ICSEA 1019
| Measure | Haddon Primary School Haddon VIC | Kuyim Primary School Pakenham VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 50 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #883 of 1,290 | #771 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #2720 of 4,908 | #2306 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-5 |
| Students | 232 | 115 |
| Girls / boys | 107 / 125 | 57 / 58 |
| Foundation intake | 40 | 35 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -12% | – |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1019 | 1019 |
| ICSEA percentile | 55th | 56th |
| Top SEA quarter | 12% | 12% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 27% | 26% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 11.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 16.7 | 10.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 8.0 | 6.6 |
| Language background other than English | 3% | 68% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 3% |
| Suburb | Haddon 3351 | Pakenham 3810 |
| Council area | Golden Plains | Cardinia |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | www.vrqa.vic.gov.au/StateRegister/Provider.aspx/DetailsProvider?AccountID=3796c00c-ed32-de11-9c94-002185cd8e5c | www.kuyimps.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Kuyim Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (55.2 vs 49.6).
- •Kuyim Primary School has fewer students per teacher (11.2 vs 13.9).
- •Haddon Primary School is the larger school with 232 students compared with 115.
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 Haddon Primary School better than Kuyim Primary School?
On the Success Index, Kuyim Primary School ranks higher (55.2 vs 49.6 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 Haddon Primary School and Kuyim Primary School?
About 160 km in a straight line, between Haddon and Pakenham in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Haddon Primary School has 13.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Kuyim Primary School has 11.2.
How do Haddon Primary School and Kuyim Primary School rank in VIC?
Haddon Primary School is 883rd of 1,290 and Kuyim Primary School is 771st of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.