Our Lady of Fatima School vs Queen of Apostles School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Western Australia, 10 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Our Lady of Fatima School
Palmyra · Catholic primary · PP-6
156 students · ICSEA 1116
Queen of Apostles School
Riverton · Catholic primary · PP-6
208 students · ICSEA 1115
| Measure | Our Lady of Fatima School Palmyra WA | Queen of Apostles School Riverton WA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 74 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #44 of 583 | #66 of 583 |
| National rank (type) | #650 of 4,908 | #863 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Catholic | Catholic |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | PP-6 | PP-6 |
| Students | 156 | 208 |
| Girls / boys | 72 / 84 | 88 / 120 |
| Foundation intake | 22 | 30 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -15% | +3% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1116 | 1115 |
| ICSEA percentile | 88th | 88th |
| Top SEA quarter | 47% | 47% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 5% | 5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 17.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 12.8 | 11.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 8.7 | 8.1 |
| Language background other than English | 23% | 37% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 0% |
| Suburb | Palmyra 6157 | Riverton 6148 |
| Council area | Melville | Canning |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.olof.wa.edu.au | www.qoa.wa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Our Lady of Fatima School scores higher on the Success Index (73.8 vs 71.6).
- •Our Lady of Fatima School has the higher ICSEA (1116 vs 1115), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Our Lady of Fatima School has fewer students per teacher (12.2 vs 17.6).
- •Queen of Apostles School is the larger school with 208 students compared with 156.
- •Queen of Apostles School has grown faster over five years (3% vs -15%).
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 Our Lady of Fatima School better than Queen of Apostles School?
On the Success Index, Our Lady of Fatima School ranks higher (73.8 vs 71.6 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 Our Lady of Fatima School and Queen of Apostles School?
About 10 km in a straight line, between Palmyra and Riverton in Western Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Our Lady of Fatima School has 12.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Queen of Apostles School has 17.6.
How do Our Lady of Fatima School and Queen of Apostles School rank in WA?
Our Lady of Fatima School is 44th of 583 and Queen of Apostles School is 66th of 583 among primary schools in Western Australia on the 2025 Success Index.