Merri Creek Primary School vs Northcote Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 992 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Merri Creek Primary School
Fitzroy North · Government primary · Prep-6
442 students · ICSEA 1186
Northcote Primary School
Northcote · Government primary · Prep-6
303 students · ICSEA 1166
| Measure | Merri Creek Primary School Fitzroy North VIC | Northcote Primary School Northcote VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 80 Top 5% | 78 Top 10% |
| State rank (type) | #104 of 1,290 | #188 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #179 of 4,908 | #365 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 442 | 303 |
| Girls / boys | 234 / 208 | 150 / 153 |
| Foundation intake | 66 | 37 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +1% | -23% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1186 | 1166 |
| ICSEA percentile | 99th | 97th |
| Top SEA quarter | 76% | 67% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 1% | 2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 13.8 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 27.8 | 22.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 13.8 | 3.6 |
| Language background other than English | 19% | 24% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 1% |
| Suburb | Fitzroy North 3068 | Northcote 3070 |
| Council area | Yarra | Darebin |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.merricreekps.vic.edu.au/ | www.northcoteps.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Merri Creek Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (80.2 vs 77.5).
- •Merri Creek Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1186 vs 1166), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Northcote Primary School has fewer students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.9).
- •Merri Creek Primary School is the larger school with 442 students compared with 303.
- •Merri Creek Primary School has grown faster over five years (1% vs -23%).
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 Merri Creek Primary School better than Northcote Primary School?
On the Success Index, Merri Creek Primary School ranks higher (80.2 vs 77.5 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 Merri Creek Primary School and Northcote Primary School?
About 992 m in a straight line, between Fitzroy North and Northcote in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Merri Creek Primary School has 15.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Northcote Primary School has 13.8.
How do Merri Creek Primary School and Northcote Primary School rank in VIC?
Merri Creek Primary School is 104th of 1,290 and Northcote Primary School is 188th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.