Carlisle Primary School vs Connolly Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Western Australia, 30 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Carlisle Primary School
Kewdale · Government primary · K-6
315 students · ICSEA 1062
Connolly Primary School
Connolly · Government primary · K-6
384 students · ICSEA 1062
| Measure | Carlisle Primary School Kewdale WA | Connolly Primary School Connolly WA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 63 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #155 of 583 | #221 of 583 |
| National rank (type) | #1607 of 4,908 | #2147 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | K-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 315 | 384 |
| Girls / boys | 152 / 163 | 179 / 205 |
| Foundation intake | 32 | 44 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +0% | -4% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1062 | 1062 |
| ICSEA percentile | 73th | 73th |
| Top SEA quarter | 30% | 24% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 15% | 12% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 18.1 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 18.3 | 20.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 9.3 | 10.2 |
| Language background other than English | 68% | 22% |
| Indigenous students | 5% | 2% |
| Suburb | Kewdale 6105 | Connolly 6027 |
| Council area | Belmont | Joondalup |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | carlisleps.wa.edu.au/ | www.connollyps.wa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Carlisle Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (63.4 vs 57.1).
- •Carlisle Primary School has fewer students per teacher (15.9 vs 18.1).
- •Connolly Primary School is the larger school with 384 students compared with 315.
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 Carlisle Primary School better than Connolly Primary School?
On the Success Index, Carlisle Primary School ranks higher (63.4 vs 57.1 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 Carlisle Primary School and Connolly Primary School?
About 30 km in a straight line, between Kewdale and Connolly in Western Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Carlisle Primary School has 15.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Connolly Primary School has 18.1.
How do Carlisle Primary School and Connolly Primary School rank in WA?
Carlisle Primary School is 155th of 583 and Connolly Primary School is 221st of 583 among primary schools in Western Australia on the 2025 Success Index.