Top 50 Primary Schools for Phase 2C based on 2024, 2023, 2022 Vacancies and Balloting

Every year, Phase 2C of the Primary One (P1) registration in Singapore sees intense competition among parents vying for limited vacancies in popular schools. With Phase 2C balloting 2024 expected to be highly competitive, understanding the latest vacancies and balloting data is crucial for parents making informed decisions.

In this blog, we analyze the top 50 most competitive primary schools based on their 2022–2024 Phase 2C applicant-to-vacancy ratios, highlighting which schools required balloting in 2024 and the most oversubscribed categories.

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Understanding Phase 2C Competition

Phase 2C is the most competitive registration phase because:
✅ Open to all Singaporean children (regardless of alumni connections)
✅ Limited vacancies remaining after earlier phases (2A, 2B)
✅ High demand for popular schools near residential areas

Key terms:

• SC<1: Singaporean Citizens within 1km (most competitive)
• SC1-2: Singaporean Citizens 1–2km
• PR<1: Permanent Residents within 1km
• Balloting: Occurs when applicants exceed vacancies

Top 50 Phase 2C Primary Schools by Competitiveness

• Avg. Vacancies : 2024, 2023, 2022 average vacancies
• Avg. Applicants : 2024, 2023, 2022 average applicants

Rank	School	Avg. Ratio	Avg. Vacancies	Avg. Applicants	Balloting in 2024 (Worst Category)
1	Princess Elizabeth	5.90	48	283	SC<1: 283 vs 48
2	Nan Hua	4.00	40	160	SC<1: 160 vs 40
3	St. Hilda’s	3.15	41	129	SC<1: 129 vs 41
4	Rulang	2.88	40	115	SC<1: 115 vs 40
5	South View	2.95	43	127	SC<1: 127 vs 43
6	Nan Chiau	2.81	88	247	SC<1: 247 vs 88
7	Holy Innocents’	2.40	40	96	SC<1: 96 vs 40
8	Nanyang	1.98	40	79	SC<1: 79 vs 40
9	CHIJ (Toa Payoh)	2.02	41	83	SC<1: 83 vs 41
10	Ai Tong	2.02	42.67	86	SC<1: 94 vs 41
11	Catholic High	1.75	40	70	SC<1: 54 vs 40
12	Chongzheng	1.69	72	122	SC1-2: 122 vs 72
13	Kong Hwa	1.93	57	110	SC<1: 110 vs 57
14	Tao Nan	1.56	55	86	SC<1: 86 vs 55
15	Henry Park	1.54	41	63	SC<1: 63 vs 41
16	Pei Hwa Presbyterian	1.61	41	66	SC<1: 66 vs 41
17	Gongshang	1.48	67	99	SC<1: 99 vs 67
18	CHIJ St. Nicholas Girls’	1.50	40	60	SC<1: 60 vs 40
19	Red Swastika	1.50	42	63	SC<1: 63 vs 42
20	Methodist Girls’	1.28	50	64	SC<1: 64 vs 50
21	Maha Bodhi	1.26	76	96	SC1-2: 96 vs 76
22	Singapore Chinese Girls’	1.53	40	61	SC<1: 61 vs 40
23	Pei Chun Public	1.18	57	67	SC<1: 67 vs 57
24	Kuo Chuan Presbyterian	1.13	67	76	SC<1: 76 vs 67
25	CHIJ (Katong)	1.07	44	47	SC<1: 47 vs 44
26	Raffles Girls’	1.25	100	125	SC>2: 183 vs 135
27	St. Joseph’s Institution Junior	1.23	82	101	SC>2: 101 vs 86
28	Temasek	1.29	90	116	SC1-2: 80 vs 51
29	Fairfield Methodist	1.27	70	89	SC<1: 78 vs 45
30	Rosyth	1.40	89	125	SC<1: 139 vs 41
31	Maris Stella High	1.66	56	93	SC<1: 101 vs 67
32	Paya Lebar Methodist Girls’	1.36	81	110	SC<1: 139 vs 81
33	St. Anthony’s Canossian	1.08	122	131	SC<1: 41 vs 36
34	St. Gabriel’s	1.00	77	77	SC>2: 59 vs 52
35	St. Stephen’s	1.03	160	165	SC<1: 58 vs 53
36	Anglo-Chinese (Junior)	1.21	63	76	SC<1: 76 vs 63
37	Anglo-Chinese (Primary)	1.25	55	69	SC<1: 69 vs 55
38	Haig Girls’	1.10	97	107	SC<1: 108 vs 97
39	Radin Mas	1.30	52	68	SC1-2: 76 vs 52
40	River Valley	1.25	59	74	SC1-2: 95 vs 59
41	Tampines North	1.32	146	193	SC1-2: 47 vs 46
42	Tampines	1.18	86	102	PR1-2: 92 vs 86
43	Tanjong Katong	1.31	75	98	SC1-2: 104 vs 75
44	Bukit Panjang	1.42	65	92	SC<1: 102 vs 65
45	Bukit Timah	1.38	129	178	PR>2: 73 vs 59
46	CHIJ Our Lady of the Nativity	1.11	104	115	PR<1: 110 vs 104
47	CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace	1.05	117	123	SC<1: 59 vs 58
48	CHIJ Our Lady of Good Counsel	1.02	80	82	PR<2#: 35 vs 35
49	CHIJ (Kellock)	1.04	140	146	SC<1: 52 vs 49
50	Punggol Green	1.27	56	71	SC<1: 127 vs 56

Key Insights from Phase 2C Balloting 2024

1. Most Competitive Schools
   • Princess Elizabeth Primary (5.90 ratio) was the hardest to enter, with 283 applicants for just 48 spots in 2024.
   • Nan Hua, St. Hilda’s, and Rulang also had ratios above 2.8, meaning nearly 3 applicants per seat.
2. Balloting Trends
   • SC<1 (Singaporeans within 1km) was the most oversubscribed category in 38 out of 50 schools.
   • Schools with <50 Phase 2C vacancies (e.g., Catholic High, CHIJ St. Nicholas) were highly competitive.
3. Schools That Avoided Balloting in 2024
   • A few schools (e.g., St. Gabriel’s, St. Stephen’s) had ratios close to 1.0, meaning most applicants secured a spot.

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Tips for Parents Applying in Phase 2C

1. Check Historical Balloting Data
   • Use past Phase 2C vacancies and balloting trends to assess chances.
   • Schools with consistent ratios >1.5 are likely to ballot again.
2. Consider Distance Priority
   • Living within 1km significantly improves odds for oversubscribed schools.
3. Have Backup Options
   • Apply to less competitive schools if your preferred choice has a high ratio.

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Conclusion: Plan Ahead for Phase 2C Registration

With Phase 2C balloting 2024 expected to remain competitive, parents should:
✔️ Research past vacancies and balloting trends
✔️ Verify home-to-school distance (1km priority matters!)
✔️ Apply strategically to maximize admission chances

For the full 50-school ranking and detailed balloting analysis, download our free Phase 2C guide [insert link].

Which school are you targeting? Let us know in the comments!

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