Hunter Christian School vs Unity Grammar College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in New South Wales, 146 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Hunter Christian School
Mayfield · Independent combined · K-12
337 students · ICSEA 1061
Unity Grammar College
Austral · Independent combined · K-12
1,428 students · ICSEA 1059
| Measure | Hunter Christian School Mayfield NSW | Unity Grammar College Austral NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 57 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #160 of 314 | #144 of 314 |
| National rank (type) | #504 of 1,259 | #459 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | K-12 | K-12 |
| Students | 337 | 1,428 |
| Girls / boys | 172 / 165 | 720 / 708 |
| Foundation intake | 18 | 104 |
| Year 7 cohort | 40 | 139 |
| Year 12 cohort | 23 | 75 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -4% | +44% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1061 | 1059 |
| ICSEA percentile | 72th | 72th |
| Top SEA quarter | 29% | 24% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 14% | 16% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 14.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 27.2 | 100.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 12.7 | 38.7 |
| Language background other than English | 8% | 98% |
| Indigenous students | 6% | 0% |
| Suburb | Mayfield 2304 | Austral 2179 |
| Council area | Newcastle | Liverpool |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.hunterchristian.nsw.edu.au | www.unitygrammar.com.au |
The verdict
- •Unity Grammar College scores higher on the Success Index (60.1 vs 57.2).
- •Hunter Christian School has the higher ICSEA (1061 vs 1059), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Hunter Christian School has fewer students per teacher (12.4 vs 14.2).
- •Unity Grammar College is the larger school with 1,428 students compared with 337.
- •Unity Grammar College has grown faster over five years (44% vs -4%).
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 Hunter Christian School better than Unity Grammar College?
On the Success Index, Unity Grammar College ranks higher (60.1 vs 57.2 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 Hunter Christian School and Unity Grammar College?
About 146 km in a straight line, between Mayfield and Austral in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Hunter Christian School has 12.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Unity Grammar College has 14.2.
How do Hunter Christian School and Unity Grammar College rank in NSW?
Hunter Christian School is 160th of 314 and Unity Grammar College is 144th of 314 among combined schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.