Australian Islamic College (Forrestdale) vs Fremantle Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Western Australia, 17 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Australian Islamic College (Forrestdale)
Forrestdale · Independent combined · PP-9
599 students · ICSEA 1042
Fremantle Christian College
Hamilton Hill · Independent combined · PP-12
466 students · ICSEA 1042
| Measure | Australian Islamic College (Forrestdale) Forrestdale WA | Fremantle Christian College Hamilton Hill WA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 47 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #82 of 172 | #59 of 172 |
| National rank (type) | #713 of 1,259 | #586 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | PP-9 | PP-12 |
| Students | 599 | 466 |
| Girls / boys | 329 / 270 | 238 / 228 |
| Foundation intake | 57 | 26 |
| Year 7 cohort | 86 | 59 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 20 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | – | +39% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1042 | 1042 |
| ICSEA percentile | 65th | 65th |
| Top SEA quarter | 21% | 24% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 23% | 19% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 12.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 40.3 | 38.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 22.9 | 20.1 |
| Language background other than English | 95% | 20% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 5% |
| Suburb | Forrestdale 6112 | Hamilton Hill 6163 |
| Council area | Armadale | Cockburn |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | aic.wa.edu.au/schools/forrestdale/ | fremantlecc.wa.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Fremantle Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (53.1 vs 47.3).
- •Fremantle Christian College has fewer students per teacher (12.2 vs 14.9).
- •Australian Islamic College (Forrestdale) is the larger school with 599 students compared with 466.
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 Australian Islamic College (Forrestdale) better than Fremantle Christian College?
On the Success Index, Fremantle Christian College ranks higher (53.1 vs 47.3 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 Australian Islamic College (Forrestdale) and Fremantle Christian College?
About 17 km in a straight line, between Forrestdale and Hamilton Hill in Western Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Australian Islamic College (Forrestdale) has 14.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Fremantle Christian College has 12.2.
How do Australian Islamic College (Forrestdale) and Fremantle Christian College rank in WA?
Australian Islamic College (Forrestdale) is 82nd of 172 and Fremantle Christian College is 59th of 172 among combined schools in Western Australia on the 2025 Success Index.