Clarkson Community High School vs Clarkson Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Western Australia, 690 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Clarkson Community High School
Clarkson · Government high school · 7-12
325 students · ICSEA 923
Clarkson Primary School
Clarkson · Government primary · K-6
270 students · ICSEA 924
| Measure | Clarkson Community High School Clarkson WA | Clarkson Primary School Clarkson WA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 29 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #109 of 140 | #570 of 583 |
| National rank (type) | #1201 of 1,472 | #4826 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | 7-12 | K-6 |
| Students | 325 | 270 |
| Girls / boys | 146 / 179 | 125 / 145 |
| Foundation intake | – | 37 |
| Year 7 cohort | 59 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 33 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +0% | -19% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 923 | 924 |
| ICSEA percentile | 16th | 16th |
| Top SEA quarter | 4% | 3% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 56% | 58% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 15.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 28.3 | 16.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 20.5 | 11.1 |
| Language background other than English | 12% | 23% |
| Indigenous students | 17% | 17% |
| Suburb | Clarkson 6030 | Clarkson 6030 |
| Council area | Wanneroo | Wanneroo |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.det.wa.edu.au/schoolsonline/overview.do?schoolID=4160 | www.det.wa.edu.au/schoolsonline/overview.do?schoolID=5731 |
The verdict
- •Clarkson Community High School scores higher on the Success Index (29.1 vs 18.8).
- •Clarkson Primary School has the higher ICSEA (924 vs 923), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Clarkson Community High School has fewer students per teacher (11.5 vs 15.4).
- •Clarkson Community High School is the larger school with 325 students compared with 270.
- •Clarkson Community High School has grown faster over five years (0% vs -19%).
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 Clarkson Community High School better than Clarkson Primary School?
On the Success Index, Clarkson Community High School ranks higher (29.1 vs 18.8 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 Clarkson Community High School and Clarkson Primary School?
About 690 m in a straight line, between Clarkson and Clarkson in Western Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Clarkson Community High School has 11.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Clarkson Primary School has 15.4.
How do Clarkson Community High School and Clarkson Primary School rank in WA?
Clarkson Community High School is 109th of 140 and Clarkson Primary School is 570th of 583 among secondary schools in Western Australia on the 2025 Success Index.