Moriac Primary School vs Newhaven Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 107 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Moriac Primary School
Moriac · Government primary · Prep-6
232 students · ICSEA 1041
Newhaven Primary School
Newhaven · Government primary · Prep-6
154 students · ICSEA 1041
| Measure | Moriac Primary School Moriac VIC | Newhaven Primary School Newhaven VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 61 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #625 of 1,290 | #566 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #1833 of 4,908 | #1587 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 232 | 154 |
| Girls / boys | 125 / 107 | 67 / 87 |
| Foundation intake | 32 | 35 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +24% | +18% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1041 | 1041 |
| ICSEA percentile | 65th | 65th |
| Top SEA quarter | 19% | 19% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 17% | 21% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 14.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 17.0 | 11.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 8.6 | 3.6 |
| Language background other than English | 0% | 8% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 0% |
| Suburb | Moriac 3240 | Newhaven 3925 |
| Council area | Surf Coast | Bass Coast |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.moriacps.vic.edu.au/ | newhavenps.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Newhaven Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (63.7 vs 61.1).
- •Moriac Primary School is the larger school with 232 students compared with 154.
- •Moriac Primary School has grown faster over five years (24% vs 18%).
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 Moriac Primary School better than Newhaven Primary School?
On the Success Index, Newhaven Primary School ranks higher (63.7 vs 61.1 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 Moriac Primary School and Newhaven Primary School?
About 107 km in a straight line, between Moriac and Newhaven in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Moriac Primary School has 13.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Newhaven Primary School has 14.0.
How do Moriac Primary School and Newhaven Primary School rank in VIC?
Moriac Primary School is 625th of 1,290 and Newhaven Primary School is 566th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.