Newmark Primary vs North-Eastern Montessori School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 28 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Newmark Primary
Williamstown · Independent primary · Prep-6
131 students · ICSEA 1134
North-Eastern Montessori School
St Helena · Independent primary · Prep-6
106 students · ICSEA 1143
| Measure | Newmark Primary Williamstown VIC | North-Eastern Montessori School St Helena VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 84 Top 5% | 83 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #31 of 1,290 | #60 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #50 of 4,908 | #93 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 131 | 106 |
| Girls / boys | 67 / 64 | 49 / 57 |
| Foundation intake | 18 | 18 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +2% | +58% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1134 | 1143 |
| ICSEA percentile | 92th | 94th |
| Top SEA quarter | 52% | 61% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 2% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 10.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 12.7 | 10.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 4.7 | 14.1 |
| Language background other than English | 17% | 52% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 2% |
| Suburb | Williamstown 3016 | St Helena 3088 |
| Council area | Hobsons Bay | Banyule |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.newmark.vic.edu.au/ | northeastern.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Newmark Primary scores higher on the Success Index (84.1 vs 82.7).
- •North-Eastern Montessori School has the higher ICSEA (1143 vs 1134), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Newmark Primary is the larger school with 131 students compared with 106.
- •North-Eastern Montessori School has grown faster over five years (58% vs 2%).
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 Newmark Primary better than North-Eastern Montessori School?
On the Success Index, Newmark Primary ranks higher (84.1 vs 82.7 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 Newmark Primary and North-Eastern Montessori School?
About 28 km in a straight line, between Williamstown and St Helena in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Newmark Primary has 10.3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and North-Eastern Montessori School has 10.0.
How do Newmark Primary and North-Eastern Montessori School rank in VIC?
Newmark Primary is 31st of 1,290 and North-Eastern Montessori School is 60th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.