Nathalia Primary School vs Yarram Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 307 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Nathalia Primary School
Nathalia · Government primary · Prep-6
165 students · ICSEA 965
Yarram Primary School
Yarram · Government primary · Prep-6
127 students · ICSEA 965
| Measure | Nathalia Primary School Nathalia VIC | Yarram Primary School Yarram VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 42 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #1041 of 1,290 | #1165 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #3287 of 4,908 | #3770 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 165 | 127 |
| Girls / boys | 80 / 85 | 62 / 65 |
| Foundation intake | 24 | 14 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +26% | -23% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 965 | 965 |
| ICSEA percentile | 31th | 31th |
| Top SEA quarter | 6% | 5% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 43% | 47% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 12.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 14.7 | 10.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 7.0 | 5.4 |
| Language background other than English | 16% | 2% |
| Indigenous students | 10% | 6% |
| Suburb | Nathalia 3638 | Yarram 3971 |
| Council area | Moira | Wellington |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.nathaliaps.vic.edu.au | www.yarram-ps.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Nathalia Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (42.0 vs 35.1).
- •Nathalia Primary School has fewer students per teacher (11.2 vs 12.3).
- •Nathalia Primary School is the larger school with 165 students compared with 127.
- •Nathalia Primary School has grown faster over five years (26% 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 Nathalia Primary School better than Yarram Primary School?
On the Success Index, Nathalia Primary School ranks higher (42.0 vs 35.1 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 Nathalia Primary School and Yarram Primary School?
About 307 km in a straight line, between Nathalia and Yarram in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Nathalia Primary School has 11.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Yarram Primary School has 12.3.
How do Nathalia Primary School and Yarram Primary School rank in VIC?
Nathalia Primary School is 1041st of 1,290 and Yarram Primary School is 1165th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.