Foundation Christian College vs Helena River Waldorf School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Western Australia, 75 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Foundation Christian College
Greenfields · Independent combined · PP-12
714 students · ICSEA 1037
Helena River Waldorf School
Midland · Independent combined · PP-7
101 students · ICSEA 1037
| Measure | Foundation Christian College Greenfields WA | Helena River Waldorf School Midland WA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 55 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #53 of 172 | #48 of 172 |
| National rank (type) | #549 of 1,259 | #501 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | PP-12 | PP-7 |
| Students | 714 | 101 |
| Girls / boys | 358 / 356 | 48 / 53 |
| Foundation intake | 37 | 21 |
| Year 7 cohort | 72 | 5 |
| Year 12 cohort | 30 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +43% | +135% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1037 | 1037 |
| ICSEA percentile | 63th | 63th |
| Top SEA quarter | 17% | 24% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 20% | 14% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 8.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 56.4 | 11.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 38.8 | 11.1 |
| Language background other than English | 29% | 25% |
| Indigenous students | 4% | 17% |
| Suburb | Greenfields 6210 | Midland 6056 |
| Council area | Mandurah | Swan |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.fcc.wa.edu.au | www.hrss.wa.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Helena River Waldorf School scores higher on the Success Index (57.4 vs 55.0).
- •Helena River Waldorf School has fewer students per teacher (8.6 vs 12.7).
- •Foundation Christian College is the larger school with 714 students compared with 101.
- •Helena River Waldorf School has grown faster over five years (135% vs 43%).
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 Foundation Christian College better than Helena River Waldorf School?
On the Success Index, Helena River Waldorf School ranks higher (57.4 vs 55.0 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 Foundation Christian College and Helena River Waldorf School?
About 75 km in a straight line, between Greenfields and Midland in Western Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Foundation Christian College has 12.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Helena River Waldorf School has 8.6.
How do Foundation Christian College and Helena River Waldorf School rank in WA?
Foundation Christian College is 53rd of 172 and Helena River Waldorf School is 48th of 172 among combined schools in Western Australia on the 2025 Success Index.