Marong Primary School vs Miners Rest Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 88 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Marong Primary School
Marong · Government primary · Prep-6
235 students · ICSEA 994
Miners Rest Primary School
Miners Rest · Government primary · Prep-6
353 students · ICSEA 994
| Measure | Marong Primary School Marong VIC | Miners Rest Primary School Miners Rest VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 54 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #805 of 1,290 | #919 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #2426 of 4,908 | #2841 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 235 | 353 |
| Girls / boys | 121 / 114 | 177 / 176 |
| Foundation intake | 38 | 44 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +36% | 0% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 994 | 994 |
| ICSEA percentile | 44th | 44th |
| Top SEA quarter | 9% | 6% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 38% | 34% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 12.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 19.2 | 27.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 8.5 | 12.6 |
| Language background other than English | 2% | 5% |
| Indigenous students | 4% | 6% |
| Suburb | Marong 3515 | Miners Rest 3352 |
| Council area | Greater Bendigo | Ballarat |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.vrqa.vic.gov.au/StateRegister/Provider.aspx/DetailsProvider?AccountID=3b4a5524-ed32-de11-9c94-002185cd8e5c | www.minersrestps.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Marong Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (53.8 vs 48.0).
- •Marong Primary School has fewer students per teacher (12.2 vs 12.9).
- •Miners Rest Primary School is the larger school with 353 students compared with 235.
- •Marong Primary School has grown faster over five years (36% vs 0%).
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 Marong Primary School better than Miners Rest Primary School?
On the Success Index, Marong Primary School ranks higher (53.8 vs 48.0 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 Marong Primary School and Miners Rest Primary School?
About 88 km in a straight line, between Marong and Miners Rest in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Marong Primary School has 12.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Miners Rest Primary School has 12.9.
How do Marong Primary School and Miners Rest Primary School rank in VIC?
Marong Primary School is 805th of 1,290 and Miners Rest Primary School is 919th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.