John Wollaston Anglican Community School vs St Brigid's College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Western Australia, 13 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
John Wollaston Anglican Community School
Camillo · Independent combined · PP-12
1,206 students · ICSEA 1060
St Brigid's College
Lesmurdie · Independent combined · PP-12
812 students · ICSEA 1060
| Measure | John Wollaston Anglican Community School Camillo WA | St Brigid's College Lesmurdie WA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 48 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #75 of 172 | #51 of 172 |
| National rank (type) | #687 of 1,259 | #539 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | PP-12 | PP-12 |
| Students | 1,206 | 812 |
| Girls / boys | 604 / 602 | 694 / 118 |
| Foundation intake | 59 | 28 |
| Year 7 cohort | 128 | 89 |
| Year 12 cohort | 89 | 53 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +38% | -4% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1060 | 1060 |
| ICSEA percentile | 72th | 72th |
| Top SEA quarter | 23% | 24% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 13% | 13% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 12.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 80.3 | 65.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 58.4 | 27.3 |
| Language background other than English | 33% | 12% |
| Indigenous students | 3% | 4% |
| Suburb | Camillo 6111 | Lesmurdie 6076 |
| Council area | Armadale | Kalamunda |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.jwacs.wa.edu.au | www.stbrigids.wa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •St Brigid's College scores higher on the Success Index (55.6 vs 48.3).
- •St Brigid's College has fewer students per teacher (12.4 vs 15.0).
- •John Wollaston Anglican Community School is the larger school with 1,206 students compared with 812.
- •John Wollaston Anglican Community School has grown faster over five years (38% 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 John Wollaston Anglican Community School better than St Brigid's College?
On the Success Index, St Brigid's College ranks higher (55.6 vs 48.3 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 John Wollaston Anglican Community School and St Brigid's College?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Camillo and Lesmurdie in Western Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
John Wollaston Anglican Community School has 15.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and St Brigid's College has 12.4.
How do John Wollaston Anglican Community School and St Brigid's College rank in WA?
John Wollaston Anglican Community School is 75th of 172 and St Brigid's College is 51st of 172 among combined schools in Western Australia on the 2025 Success Index.