Brigidine College Randwick vs Marcellin College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in New South Wales, 690 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Brigidine College Randwick
Randwick · Catholic high school · 7-12
851 students · ICSEA 1114
Marcellin College
Randwick · Catholic high school · 7-12
964 students · ICSEA 1100
| Measure | Brigidine College Randwick Randwick NSW | Marcellin College Randwick NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 71 Top 25% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #103 of 539 | #130 of 539 |
| National rank (type) | #271 of 1,472 | #322 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Catholic | Catholic |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 851 | 964 |
| Girls / boys | 851 / 0 | 0 / 964 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 153 | 169 |
| Year 12 cohort | 128 | 152 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +1% | -2% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1114 | 1100 |
| ICSEA percentile | 88th | 84th |
| Top SEA quarter | 46% | 39% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 4% | 6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 13.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 62.8 | 71.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 12.4 | 17.6 |
| Language background other than English | 47% | 53% |
| Indigenous students | 3% | 2% |
| Suburb | Randwick 2031 | Randwick 2031 |
| Council area | Randwick | Randwick |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | bcrandwick.syd.catholic.edu.au | marcellinrandwick.syd.catholic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Brigidine College Randwick scores higher on the Success Index (70.7 vs 68.2).
- •Brigidine College Randwick has the higher ICSEA (1114 vs 1100), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Marcellin College is the larger school with 964 students compared with 851.
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 Brigidine College Randwick better than Marcellin College?
On the Success Index, Brigidine College Randwick ranks higher (70.7 vs 68.2 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 Brigidine College Randwick and Marcellin College?
About 690 m in a straight line, between Randwick and Randwick in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Brigidine College Randwick has 13.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Marcellin College has 13.5.
How do Brigidine College Randwick and Marcellin College rank in NSW?
Brigidine College Randwick is 103rd of 539 and Marcellin College is 130th of 539 among secondary schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.