Armadale Primary School vs Makybe Rise Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Western Australia, 29 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Armadale Primary School
Armadale · Government primary · K-6
440 students · ICSEA 1002
Makybe Rise Primary School
Baldivis · Government primary · K-6
805 students · ICSEA 1002
| Measure | Armadale Primary School Armadale WA | Makybe Rise Primary School Baldivis WA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 38 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #398 of 583 | #405 of 583 |
| National rank (type) | #3601 of 4,908 | #3692 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | K-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 440 | 805 |
| Girls / boys | 201 / 239 | 421 / 384 |
| Foundation intake | 42 | 92 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -1% | -12% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1002 | 1002 |
| ICSEA percentile | 47th | 48th |
| Top SEA quarter | 12% | 9% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 32% | 32% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 18.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 25.0 | 40.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 15.4 | 32.2 |
| Language background other than English | 9% | 18% |
| Indigenous students | 8% | 5% |
| Suburb | Armadale 6112 | Baldivis 6171 |
| Council area | Armadale | Rockingham |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.det.wa.edu.au/schoolsonline/overview.do?schoolID=5014 | www.det.wa.edu.au/schoolsonline/overview.do?schoolID=5824 |
The verdict
- •Armadale Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (37.5 vs 36.2).
- •Armadale Primary School has fewer students per teacher (17.0 vs 18.9).
- •Makybe Rise Primary School is the larger school with 805 students compared with 440.
- •Armadale Primary School has grown faster over five years (-1% vs -12%).
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 Armadale Primary School better than Makybe Rise Primary School?
On the Success Index, Armadale Primary School ranks higher (37.5 vs 36.2 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 Armadale Primary School and Makybe Rise Primary School?
About 29 km in a straight line, between Armadale and Baldivis in Western Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Armadale Primary School has 17.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Makybe Rise Primary School has 18.9.
How do Armadale Primary School and Makybe Rise Primary School rank in WA?
Armadale Primary School is 398th of 583 and Makybe Rise Primary School is 405th of 583 among primary schools in Western Australia on the 2025 Success Index.