The Best Primary Schools in Sydney

Are you wondering where your school ranks in terms of Sydney's best primary schools for 2023? Or are you contemplating switching schools and need to check out the competition? We delve into the latest results to reveal the top primary schools in Sydney.

While Sydney's high schools are often ranked based on their HSC results, determining the 'best' primary schools is a little trickier because some schools have very low enrolment numbers, so the result is not a reliable reflection of the entire school’s performance. 

The National Assessment Program for Literacy and Numeracy (aka NAPLAN) is often the most reliable indicator of the best primary schools in Sydney as the annual assessment is conducted across all primary schools in NSW for students in Years 3, 5, 7, and 9. 

While there is often a lot of confusion and controversy surrounding NAPLAN, the national assessment doesn't measure how 'smart' your child is. Rather, NAPLAN assesses students on literacy and numeracy to see if they are keeping up with the national standard and reaching important literacy and numeracy goals that are essential to their overall education.

To quote NAPLAN, "It’s a measure to see whether or not young Australians are developing the literacy and numeracy skills that provide the critical foundation for other learning, and for their productive and rewarding participation in the community."

The 2022 NAPLAN Results

The 2022 NAPLAN results have been used to determine which are the top-performing primary schools in Sydney for 2023. Of the top 20 primary schools in Sydney, 10 were in Northern Sydney, four were in the inner city, and six were in Western Sydney.

With scores ranking from 610.60 to 576.20, the top 10 primary schools in Sydney have been revealed.

The Top 10 Primary Schools in Sydney for 2023

1. Sydney Grammar School, Darlinghurst

NAPLAN Fresult: 610.60
This non-government school has a total enrolment of 1886 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 1 to 7.

2. Woollahra Public School, Woollahra

NAPLAN result: 597.20
This government school has a total enrolment of 763 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 1 to 21.

3. Beecroft Public School, Beecroft

NAPLAN result: 593.40
This government school has a total enrolment of 896 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 1 to 21.

4. Abbotsleigh, Wahroonga

NAPLAN result: 590.20
This non-government school has a total enrolment of 1517 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 1 to 10.

5. Matthew Pearce Public School, Baulkham Hills

NAPLAN result: 589.40
This government school has a total enrolment of 1382 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 1 to 21.

6. Artarmon Public School, Artarmon

NAPLAN result: 586.80
This government school has a total enrolment of 1278 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 1 to 21.

7. St Ives North Public School, St Ives

NAPLAN result: 583.20
This government school has a total enrolment of 875 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 1 to 21.

8. John Colet School, Belrose

NAPLAN result: 582.00
This independent co-ed school has a total enrolment of 230 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 1 to 10.

9. Hornsby North Public School, Hornsby

NAPLAN result: 577.60
This government school has a total enrolment of 998 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 1 to 23. 

10. North Rocks Public School, North Rocks

NAPLAN result: 576.20
This government school has a total enrolment of 880 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 1 to 20. 

You can follow the link to view the full list of NAPLAN results or to access your school's results.

The Most Crucial Influence 

Please know that the most important factor in your child's schooling is not which school they attend - but YOU.

You, as the parent or carer, can make a huge impact on your child's academic success. Any teacher will tell you that parental involvement is critical in education and they require nurturing all the way from daycare into high school. Caring about their education and being there for your kids is what truly matters when it comes to fostering academic and emotional success. 

Take a look at our guide to Help you Find the Best Schools in Sydney.

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