Hallam Primary School vs Mildura South Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 506 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Hallam Primary School
Hallam · Government primary · Prep-6
417 students · ICSEA 939
Mildura South Primary School
Mildura South · Government primary · Prep-6
457 students · ICSEA 939
| Measure | Hallam Primary School Hallam VIC | Mildura South Primary School Mildura South VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 26 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #1268 of 1,290 | #1242 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #4455 of 4,908 | #4237 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 417 | 457 |
| Girls / boys | 195 / 222 | 220 / 237 |
| Foundation intake | 61 | 50 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +2% | +1% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 939 | 939 |
| ICSEA percentile | 21th | 21th |
| Top SEA quarter | 3% | 8% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 58% | 55% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 14.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 27.6 | 31.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 15.2 | 30.2 |
| Language background other than English | 72% | 28% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 11% |
| Suburb | Hallam 3803 | Mildura South 3501 |
| Council area | Casey | Mildura |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.hallam-ps.vic.edu.au | www.msps.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Mildura South Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (28.6 vs 25.6).
- •Mildura South Primary School has fewer students per teacher (14.3 vs 15.1).
- •Mildura South Primary School is the larger school with 457 students compared with 417.
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 Hallam Primary School better than Mildura South Primary School?
On the Success Index, Mildura South Primary School ranks higher (28.6 vs 25.6 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 Hallam Primary School and Mildura South Primary School?
About 506 km in a straight line, between Hallam and Mildura South in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Hallam Primary School has 15.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Mildura South Primary School has 14.3.
How do Hallam Primary School and Mildura South Primary School rank in VIC?
Hallam Primary School is 1268th of 1,290 and Mildura South Primary School is 1242nd of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.