Hillsmeade Primary School vs Marong Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 180 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Hillsmeade Primary School
Narre Warren South · Government primary · Prep-6
782 students · ICSEA 994
Marong Primary School
Marong · Government primary · Prep-6
235 students · ICSEA 994
| Measure | Hillsmeade Primary School Narre Warren South VIC | Marong Primary School Marong VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 41 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #1053 of 1,290 | #805 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #3335 of 4,908 | #2426 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 782 | 235 |
| Girls / boys | 354 / 428 | 121 / 114 |
| Foundation intake | 89 | 38 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -10% | +36% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 994 | 994 |
| ICSEA percentile | 44th | 44th |
| Top SEA quarter | 11% | 9% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 37% | 38% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 12.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 52.8 | 19.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 35.0 | 8.5 |
| Language background other than English | 51% | 2% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 4% |
| Suburb | Narre Warren South 3805 | Marong 3515 |
| Council area | Casey | Greater Bendigo |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.hillsmeade.vic.edu.au/ | www.vrqa.vic.gov.au/StateRegister/Provider.aspx/DetailsProvider?AccountID=3b4a5524-ed32-de11-9c94-002185cd8e5c |
The verdict
- •Marong Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (53.8 vs 41.3).
- •Marong Primary School has fewer students per teacher (12.2 vs 14.8).
- •Hillsmeade Primary School is the larger school with 782 students compared with 235.
- •Marong Primary School has grown faster over five years (36% vs -10%).
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 Hillsmeade Primary School better than Marong Primary School?
On the Success Index, Marong Primary School ranks higher (53.8 vs 41.3 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 Hillsmeade Primary School and Marong Primary School?
About 180 km in a straight line, between Narre Warren South and Marong in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Hillsmeade Primary School has 14.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Marong Primary School has 12.2.
How do Hillsmeade Primary School and Marong Primary School rank in VIC?
Hillsmeade Primary School is 1053rd of 1,290 and Marong Primary School is 805th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.