Emmaus Christian School vs Marist College Canberra
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Australian Capital Territory, 13 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Emmaus Christian School
Dickson · Independent combined · K-10
590 students · ICSEA 1138
Marist College Canberra
Pearce · Independent combined · 4-12
1,852 students · ICSEA 1142
| Measure | Emmaus Christian School Dickson ACT | Marist College Canberra Pearce ACT |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 68 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #13 of 23 | #7 of 23 |
| National rank (type) | #304 of 1,259 | #197 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | K-10 | 4-12 |
| Students | 590 | 1,852 |
| Girls / boys | 284 / 306 | 0 / 1,852 |
| Foundation intake | 51 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 55 | 255 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 202 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +51% | +12% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1138 | 1142 |
| ICSEA percentile | 93th | 94th |
| Top SEA quarter | 57% | 58% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 1% | 2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 13.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 30.9 | 138.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 30.0 | 60.5 |
| Language background other than English | 32% | 13% |
| Indigenous students | 3% | 2% |
| Suburb | Dickson 2602 | Pearce 2607 |
| Council area | Unincorporated ACT | Unincorporated ACT |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.emmaus.act.edu.au | www.maristc.act.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Marist College Canberra scores higher on the Success Index (73.9 vs 68.0).
- •Marist College Canberra has the higher ICSEA (1142 vs 1138), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Marist College Canberra has fewer students per teacher (13.4 vs 19.1).
- •Marist College Canberra is the larger school with 1,852 students compared with 590.
- •Emmaus Christian School has grown faster over five years (51% vs 12%).
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 Emmaus Christian School better than Marist College Canberra?
On the Success Index, Marist College Canberra ranks higher (73.9 vs 68.0 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 Emmaus Christian School and Marist College Canberra?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Dickson and Pearce in Australian Capital Territory.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Emmaus Christian School has 19.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Marist College Canberra has 13.4.
How do Emmaus Christian School and Marist College Canberra rank in ACT?
Emmaus Christian School is 13th of 23 and Marist College Canberra is 7th of 23 among combined schools in Australian Capital Territory on the 2025 Success Index.