St Francis Xavier College vs St Mary MacKillop College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Australian Capital Territory, 23 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
St Francis Xavier College
Florey · Catholic high school · 7-12
1,323 students · ICSEA 1070
St Mary MacKillop College
Isabella Plains · Catholic high school · 7-12
2,088 students · ICSEA 1068
| Measure | St Francis Xavier College Florey ACT | St Mary MacKillop College Isabella Plains ACT |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 72 Top 25% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #15 of 27 | #20 of 27 |
| National rank (type) | #229 of 1,472 | #338 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Catholic | Catholic |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 1,323 | 2,088 |
| Girls / boys | 581 / 742 | 1,112 / 976 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 267 | 359 |
| Year 12 cohort | 137 | 306 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +12% | +13% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1070 | 1068 |
| ICSEA percentile | 75th | 75th |
| Top SEA quarter | 27% | 27% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 10% | 10% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 13.8 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 115.9 | 150.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 44.6 | 61.0 |
| Language background other than English | 13% | 8% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 4% |
| Suburb | Florey 2615 | Isabella Plains 2905 |
| Council area | Unincorporated ACT | Unincorporated ACT |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.sfx.act.edu.au | www.mackillop.act.edu.au |
The verdict
- •St Francis Xavier College scores higher on the Success Index (72.3 vs 67.7).
- •St Francis Xavier College has the higher ICSEA (1070 vs 1068), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •St Francis Xavier College has fewer students per teacher (11.4 vs 13.8).
- •St Mary MacKillop College is the larger school with 2,088 students compared with 1,323.
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 St Francis Xavier College better than St Mary MacKillop College?
On the Success Index, St Francis Xavier College ranks higher (72.3 vs 67.7 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 St Francis Xavier College and St Mary MacKillop College?
About 23 km in a straight line, between Florey and Isabella Plains in Australian Capital Territory.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
St Francis Xavier College has 11.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and St Mary MacKillop College has 13.8.
How do St Francis Xavier College and St Mary MacKillop College rank in ACT?
St Francis Xavier College is 15th of 27 and St Mary MacKillop College is 20th of 27 among secondary schools in Australian Capital Territory on the 2025 Success Index.