Kalamunda Christian School vs Walliston Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Western Australia, 317 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Kalamunda Christian School
Walliston · Independent primary · PP-6
150 students · ICSEA 1080
Walliston Primary School
Walliston · Government primary · K-6
344 students · ICSEA 1041
| Measure | Kalamunda Christian School Walliston WA | Walliston Primary School Walliston WA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 67 Top 25% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #116 of 583 | #212 of 583 |
| National rank (type) | #1294 of 4,908 | #2066 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | PP-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 150 | 344 |
| Girls / boys | 70 / 80 | 171 / 173 |
| Foundation intake | 20 | 34 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -8% | +48% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1080 | 1041 |
| ICSEA percentile | 78th | 65th |
| Top SEA quarter | 32% | 19% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 9% | 21% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 17.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 10.8 | 19.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 10.1 | 11.6 |
| Language background other than English | 19% | 10% |
| Indigenous students | 4% | 3% |
| Suburb | Walliston 6076 | Walliston 6076 |
| Council area | Kalamunda | Kalamunda |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.kalamundacs.wa.edu.au | www.det.wa.edu.au/schoolsonline/overview.do?schoolID=5525 |
The verdict
- •Kalamunda Christian School scores higher on the Success Index (66.9 vs 58.4).
- •Kalamunda Christian School has the higher ICSEA (1080 vs 1041), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Kalamunda Christian School has fewer students per teacher (13.9 vs 17.3).
- •Walliston Primary School is the larger school with 344 students compared with 150.
- •Walliston Primary School has grown faster over five years (48% vs -8%).
- •Kalamunda Christian School is a independent school while Walliston Primary School is a government school, so fees and enrolment rules differ.
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 Kalamunda Christian School better than Walliston Primary School?
On the Success Index, Kalamunda Christian School ranks higher (66.9 vs 58.4 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 Kalamunda Christian School and Walliston Primary School?
About 317 m in a straight line, between Walliston and Walliston in Western Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Kalamunda Christian School has 13.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Walliston Primary School has 17.3.
How do Kalamunda Christian School and Walliston Primary School rank in WA?
Kalamunda Christian School is 116th of 583 and Walliston Primary School is 212th of 583 among primary schools in Western Australia on the 2025 Success Index.