Marlo Primary School vs Mornington Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 310 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Marlo Primary School
Marlo · Government primary · Prep-6
50 students · ICSEA 1062
Mornington Primary School
Mornington · Government primary · Prep-6
424 students · ICSEA 1062
| Measure | Marlo Primary School Marlo VIC | Mornington Primary School Mornington VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 68 Top 25% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | – | #618 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | – | #1806 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 50 | 424 |
| Girls / boys | 27 / 23 | 201 / 223 |
| Foundation intake | 7 | 84 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +72% | -16% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1062 | 1062 |
| ICSEA percentile | 73th | 73th |
| Top SEA quarter | 33% | 26% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 15% | 15% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 15.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 4.7 | 27.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 4.4 | 12.1 |
| Language background other than English | 6% | 11% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 1% |
| Suburb | Marlo 3888 | Mornington 3931 |
| Council area | East Gippsland | Mornington Peninsula |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | www.vrqa.vic.gov.au/StateRegister/Provider.aspx/DetailsProvider?AccountID=384a5524-ed32-de11-9c94-002185cd8e5c | www.morningtonps.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Marlo Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (68.2 vs 61.4).
- •Marlo Primary School has fewer students per teacher (10.6 vs 15.5).
- •Mornington Primary School is the larger school with 424 students compared with 50.
- •Marlo Primary School has grown faster over five years (72% 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 Marlo Primary School better than Mornington Primary School?
On the Success Index, Marlo Primary School ranks higher (68.2 vs 61.4 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 Marlo Primary School and Mornington Primary School?
About 310 km in a straight line, between Marlo and Mornington in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Marlo Primary School has 10.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Mornington Primary School has 15.5.
How do Marlo Primary School and Mornington Primary School rank in VIC?
Marlo Primary School is unranked and Mornington Primary School is 618th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.