North Fremantle Primary School vs Richmond Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Western Australia, 1.3 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
North Fremantle Primary School
North Fremantle · Government primary · K-6
157 students · ICSEA 1112
Richmond Primary School
East Fremantle · Government primary · K-6
461 students · ICSEA 1156
| Measure | North Fremantle Primary School North Fremantle WA | Richmond Primary School East Fremantle WA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 75 Top 10% | 78 Top 10% |
| State rank (type) | #31 of 583 | #15 of 583 |
| National rank (type) | #529 of 4,908 | #338 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | K-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 157 | 461 |
| Girls / boys | 71 / 86 | 230 / 231 |
| Foundation intake | 21 | 64 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -4% | +9% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1112 | 1156 |
| ICSEA percentile | 87th | 96th |
| Top SEA quarter | 54% | 62% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 8% | 2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 19.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 9.8 | 22.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 9.4 | 10.7 |
| Language background other than English | 23% | 12% |
| Indigenous students | 6% | 0% |
| Suburb | North Fremantle 6159 | East Fremantle 6158 |
| Council area | Fremantle | East Fremantle |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.det.wa.edu.au/schoolsonline/overview.do?schoolID=5178 | richmondps.wa.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Richmond Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (77.9 vs 75.1).
- •Richmond Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1156 vs 1112), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •North Fremantle Primary School has fewer students per teacher (15.3 vs 19.7).
- •Richmond Primary School is the larger school with 461 students compared with 157.
- •Richmond Primary School has grown faster over five years (9% 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 North Fremantle Primary School better than Richmond Primary School?
On the Success Index, Richmond Primary School ranks higher (77.9 vs 75.1 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 North Fremantle Primary School and Richmond Primary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between North Fremantle and East Fremantle in Western Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
North Fremantle Primary School has 15.3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Richmond Primary School has 19.7.
How do North Fremantle Primary School and Richmond Primary School rank in WA?
North Fremantle Primary School is 31st of 583 and Richmond Primary School is 15th of 583 among primary schools in Western Australia on the 2025 Success Index.