South Perth Primary School vs Woodlands Primary 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.
South Perth Primary School
South Perth · Government primary · K-6
395 students · ICSEA 1122
Woodlands Primary School
Woodlands · Government primary · K-6
359 students · ICSEA 1122
| Measure | South Perth Primary School South Perth WA | Woodlands Primary School Woodlands WA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 71 Top 25% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #71 of 583 | #148 of 583 |
| National rank (type) | #893 of 4,908 | #1543 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | K-6 | K-6 |
| Students | 395 | 359 |
| Girls / boys | 192 / 203 | 178 / 181 |
| Foundation intake | 49 | 42 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +12% | -23% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1122 | 1122 |
| ICSEA percentile | 90th | 90th |
| Top SEA quarter | 50% | 50% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 3% | 5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 17.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 23.5 | 20.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 12.9 | 9.1 |
| Language background other than English | 57% | 26% |
| Indigenous students | 3% | 0% |
| Suburb | South Perth 6151 | Woodlands 6018 |
| Council area | South Perth | Stirling |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.det.wa.edu.au/schoolsonline/overview.do?schoolID=5374 | woodlandsps.wa.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •South Perth Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (71.3 vs 64.1).
- •South Perth Primary School has fewer students per teacher (16.1 vs 17.2).
- •South Perth Primary School is the larger school with 395 students compared with 359.
- •South Perth Primary School has grown faster over five years (12% vs -23%).
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 South Perth Primary School better than Woodlands Primary School?
On the Success Index, South Perth Primary School ranks higher (71.3 vs 64.1 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 South Perth Primary School and Woodlands Primary School?
About 10 km in a straight line, between South Perth and Woodlands in Western Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
South Perth Primary School has 16.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Woodlands Primary School has 17.2.
How do South Perth Primary School and Woodlands Primary School rank in WA?
South Perth Primary School is 71st of 583 and Woodlands Primary School is 148th of 583 among primary schools in Western Australia on the 2025 Success Index.