Port Hedland Primary School vs Yangebup Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Western Australia, 1343 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Port Hedland Primary School
Port Hedland · Government primary · K-6
478 students · ICSEA 989
Yangebup Primary School
Yangebup · Government primary · K-6
322 students · ICSEA 989
| Measure | Port Hedland Primary School Port Hedland WA | Yangebup Primary School Yangebup WA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 42 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #358 of 583 | #353 of 583 |
| National rank (type) | #3274 of 4,908 | #3216 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | K-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 478 | 322 |
| Girls / boys | 253 / 225 | 157 / 165 |
| Foundation intake | 66 | 46 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -9% | +18% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 989 | 989 |
| ICSEA percentile | 42th | 42th |
| Top SEA quarter | 14% | 8% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 24% | 31% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 17.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 30.4 | 17.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 16.3 | 12.5 |
| Language background other than English | 19% | 14% |
| Indigenous students | 11% | 11% |
| Suburb | Port Hedland 6721 | Yangebup 6164 |
| Council area | Port Hedland | Cockburn |
| Remoteness | Remote | Major Cities |
| Website | porthedlandps.wa.edu.au/ | www.yangebupps.wa.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Yangebup Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (43.2 vs 42.2).
- •Port Hedland Primary School has fewer students per teacher (15.0 vs 17.2).
- •Port Hedland Primary School is the larger school with 478 students compared with 322.
- •Yangebup Primary School has grown faster over five years (18% vs -9%).
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 Port Hedland Primary School better than Yangebup Primary School?
On the Success Index, Yangebup Primary School ranks higher (43.2 vs 42.2 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 Port Hedland Primary School and Yangebup Primary School?
About 1343 km in a straight line, between Port Hedland and Yangebup in Western Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Port Hedland Primary School has 15.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Yangebup Primary School has 17.2.
How do Port Hedland Primary School and Yangebup Primary School rank in WA?
Port Hedland Primary School is 358th of 583 and Yangebup Primary School is 353rd of 583 among primary schools in Western Australia on the 2025 Success Index.