Northern College of the Arts and Technology vs Preston North East Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 782 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Northern College of the Arts and Technology
Preston · Government high school · 10-12
367 students · ICSEA 1060
Preston North East Primary School
East Preston · Government primary · Prep-6
201 students · ICSEA 955
| Measure | Northern College of the Arts and Technology Preston VIC | Preston North East Primary School East Preston VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 76 Top 10% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #61 of 348 | #1122 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #134 of 1,472 | #3593 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | 10-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 367 | 201 |
| Girls / boys | 193 / 174 | 110 / 91 |
| Foundation intake | – | 32 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 124 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -19% | -24% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1060 | 955 |
| ICSEA percentile | 72th | 27th |
| Top SEA quarter | 26% | 8% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 17% | 48% |
| Students per teacher | 8.1 | 12.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 44.5 | 16.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 21.6 | 9.8 |
| Language background other than English | 18% | 58% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 11% |
| Suburb | Preston 3072 | East Preston 3072 |
| Council area | Darebin | Darebin |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.ncat.vic.edu.au | www.pneps.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Northern College of the Arts and Technology scores higher on the Success Index (76.1 vs 37.7).
- •Northern College of the Arts and Technology has the higher ICSEA (1060 vs 955), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Northern College of the Arts and Technology has fewer students per teacher (8.1 vs 12.2).
- •Northern College of the Arts and Technology is the larger school with 367 students compared with 201.
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 Northern College of the Arts and Technology better than Preston North East Primary School?
On the Success Index, Northern College of the Arts and Technology ranks higher (76.1 vs 37.7 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 Northern College of the Arts and Technology and Preston North East Primary School?
About 782 m in a straight line, between Preston and East Preston in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Northern College of the Arts and Technology has 8.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Preston North East Primary School has 12.2.
How do Northern College of the Arts and Technology and Preston North East Primary School rank in VIC?
Northern College of the Arts and Technology is 61st of 348 and Preston North East Primary School is 1122nd of 1,290 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.