Helena College vs Perth Montessori School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Western Australia, 19 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Helena College
Glen Forrest · Independent combined · PP-12
740 students · ICSEA 1114
Perth Montessori School
Burswood · Independent combined · PP-12
92 students · ICSEA 1115
| Measure | Helena College Glen Forrest WA | Perth Montessori School Burswood WA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 67 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #29 of 172 | #21 of 172 |
| National rank (type) | #325 of 1,259 | #231 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | PP-12 | PP-12 |
| Students | 740 | 92 |
| Girls / boys | 396 / 344 | 39 / 53 |
| Foundation intake | 26 | 16 |
| Year 7 cohort | 93 | 7 |
| Year 12 cohort | 51 | 1 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +4% | +21% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1114 | 1115 |
| ICSEA percentile | 88th | 88th |
| Top SEA quarter | 44% | 45% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 5% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 7.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 68.9 | 12.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 46.9 | 9.2 |
| Language background other than English | 8% | 30% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 2% |
| Suburb | Glen Forrest 6071 | Burswood 6100 |
| Council area | Mundaring | Victoria Park |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.helena.wa.edu.au | perthmontessori.com/ |
The verdict
- •Perth Montessori School scores higher on the Success Index (71.7 vs 67.0).
- •Perth Montessori School has the higher ICSEA (1115 vs 1114), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Perth Montessori School has fewer students per teacher (7.2 vs 10.7).
- •Helena College is the larger school with 740 students compared with 92.
- •Perth Montessori School has grown faster over five years (21% vs 4%).
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 Helena College better than Perth Montessori School?
On the Success Index, Perth Montessori School ranks higher (71.7 vs 67.0 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 Helena College and Perth Montessori School?
About 19 km in a straight line, between Glen Forrest and Burswood in Western Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Helena College has 10.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Perth Montessori School has 7.2.
How do Helena College and Perth Montessori School rank in WA?
Helena College is 29th of 172 and Perth Montessori School is 21st of 172 among combined schools in Western Australia on the 2025 Success Index.