Holy Cross College vs Ryde Secondary College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in New South Wales, 683 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Holy Cross College
Ryde · Catholic high school · 7-12
786 students · ICSEA 1065
Ryde Secondary College
Ryde · Government high school · 7-12
1,487 students · ICSEA 1102
| Measure | Holy Cross College Ryde NSW | Ryde Secondary College Ryde NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 68 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #139 of 539 | #96 of 539 |
| National rank (type) | #339 of 1,472 | #260 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Catholic | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 786 | 1,487 |
| Girls / boys | 0 / 786 | 701 / 786 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 140 | 250 |
| Year 12 cohort | 81 | 237 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +13% | +20% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1065 | 1102 |
| ICSEA percentile | 74th | 85th |
| Top SEA quarter | 26% | 41% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 12% | 9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 14.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 61.0 | 102.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 12.4 | 20.2 |
| Language background other than English | 65% | 67% |
| Indigenous students | 3% | 1% |
| Suburb | Ryde 2112 | Ryde 2112 |
| Council area | Ryde | Ryde |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | hccryde.syd.catholic.edu.au | rydesc-h.schools.nsw.gov.au |
The verdict
- •Ryde Secondary College scores higher on the Success Index (71.3 vs 67.6).
- •Ryde Secondary College has the higher ICSEA (1102 vs 1065), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Holy Cross College has fewer students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.4).
- •Ryde Secondary College is the larger school with 1,487 students compared with 786.
- •Ryde Secondary College has grown faster over five years (20% vs 13%).
- •Holy Cross College is a catholic school while Ryde Secondary College is a government school, so fees and enrolment rules differ.
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 Holy Cross College better than Ryde Secondary College?
On the Success Index, Ryde Secondary College ranks higher (71.3 vs 67.6 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 Holy Cross College and Ryde Secondary College?
About 683 m in a straight line, between Ryde and Ryde in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Holy Cross College has 12.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Ryde Secondary College has 14.4.
How do Holy Cross College and Ryde Secondary College rank in NSW?
Holy Cross College is 139th of 539 and Ryde Secondary College is 96th of 539 among secondary schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.