Central Coast Grammar School vs Covenant Christian School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in New South Wales, 36 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Central Coast Grammar School
Erina Heights · Independent combined · K-12
1,561 students · ICSEA 1155
Covenant Christian School
Belrose · Independent combined · K-12
884 students · ICSEA 1155
| Measure | Central Coast Grammar School Erina Heights NSW | Covenant Christian School Belrose NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 77 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #54 of 314 | #78 of 314 |
| National rank (type) | #148 of 1,259 | #218 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | K-12 | K-12 |
| Students | 1,561 | 884 |
| Girls / boys | 759 / 802 | 426 / 458 |
| Foundation intake | 87 | 38 |
| Year 7 cohort | 170 | 98 |
| Year 12 cohort | 118 | 82 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +20% | -3% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1155 | 1155 |
| ICSEA percentile | 96th | 96th |
| Top SEA quarter | 62% | 61% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 2% | 2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 12.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 134.8 | 73.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 58.6 | 37.4 |
| Language background other than English | 16% | 33% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 0% |
| Suburb | Erina Heights 2260 | Belrose 2085 |
| Council area | Central Coast (NSW) | Northern Beaches |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.ccgs.nsw.edu.au | www.covenant.nsw.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Central Coast Grammar School scores higher on the Success Index (77.3 vs 72.2).
- •Central Coast Grammar School is the larger school with 1,561 students compared with 884.
- •Central Coast Grammar School has grown faster over five years (20% vs -3%).
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 Central Coast Grammar School better than Covenant Christian School?
On the Success Index, Central Coast Grammar School ranks higher (77.3 vs 72.2 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 Central Coast Grammar School and Covenant Christian School?
About 36 km in a straight line, between Erina Heights and Belrose in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Central Coast Grammar School has 11.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Covenant Christian School has 12.0.
How do Central Coast Grammar School and Covenant Christian School rank in NSW?
Central Coast Grammar School is 54th of 314 and Covenant Christian School is 78th of 314 among combined schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.