St Joseph's School vs Westgarth Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 804 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
St Joseph's School
Northcote · Catholic primary · Prep-6
190 students · ICSEA 1110
Westgarth Primary School
Northcote · Government primary · Prep-6
550 students · ICSEA 1204
| Measure | St Joseph's School Northcote VIC | Westgarth Primary School Northcote VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 81 Top 5% | 79 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #88 of 1,290 | #144 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #147 of 4,908 | #265 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Catholic | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 190 | 550 |
| Girls / boys | 89 / 101 | 272 / 278 |
| Foundation intake | 31 | 80 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +44% | -14% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1110 | 1204 |
| ICSEA percentile | 87th | 99th |
| Top SEA quarter | 44% | 80% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 6% | 1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 15.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 17.2 | 35.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 6.0 | 16.8 |
| Language background other than English | 18% | 12% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Northcote 3070 | Northcote 3070 |
| Council area | Darebin | Darebin |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.sjnorthcote.catholic.edu.au | www.wgps.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •St Joseph's School scores higher on the Success Index (81.1 vs 78.9).
- •Westgarth Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1204 vs 1110), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •St Joseph's School has fewer students per teacher (11.0 vs 15.4).
- •Westgarth Primary School is the larger school with 550 students compared with 190.
- •St Joseph's School has grown faster over five years (44% vs -14%).
- •St Joseph's School is a catholic school while Westgarth Primary School is a government school, so fees and enrolment rules differ.
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 St Joseph's School better than Westgarth Primary School?
On the Success Index, St Joseph's School ranks higher (81.1 vs 78.9 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 St Joseph's School and Westgarth Primary School?
About 804 m in a straight line, between Northcote and Northcote in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
St Joseph's School has 11.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Westgarth Primary School has 15.4.
How do St Joseph's School and Westgarth Primary School rank in VIC?
St Joseph's School is 88th of 1,290 and Westgarth Primary School is 144th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.