Loreto Kirribilli vs St Aloysius' College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in New South Wales, 251 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Loreto Kirribilli
Kirribilli · Independent combined · K-12
1,176 students · ICSEA 1189
St Aloysius' College
Kirribilli · Independent combined · 3-12
1,347 students · ICSEA 1223
| Measure | Loreto Kirribilli Kirribilli NSW | St Aloysius' College Kirribilli NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 82 Top 10% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank (type) | #33 of 314 | #45 of 314 |
| National rank (type) | #81 of 1,259 | #111 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | K-12 | 3-12 |
| Students | 1,176 | 1,347 |
| Girls / boys | 1,176 / 0 | 0 / 1,347 |
| Foundation intake | 19 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 157 | 189 |
| Year 12 cohort | 144 | 162 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +4% | +6% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1189 | 1223 |
| ICSEA percentile | 99th | 99th |
| Top SEA quarter | 77% | 85% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 1% | 0% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 11.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 106.6 | 116.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 60.6 | 61.9 |
| Language background other than English | 21% | 26% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Kirribilli 2061 | Kirribilli 2061 |
| Council area | North Sydney | North Sydney |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.loreto.nsw.edu.au/ | www.staloysius.nsw.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Loreto Kirribilli scores higher on the Success Index (81.5 vs 80.2).
- •St Aloysius' College has the higher ICSEA (1223 vs 1189), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Loreto Kirribilli has fewer students per teacher (11.0 vs 11.5).
- •St Aloysius' College is the larger school with 1,347 students compared with 1,176.
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 Loreto Kirribilli better than St Aloysius' College?
On the Success Index, Loreto Kirribilli ranks higher (81.5 vs 80.2 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 Loreto Kirribilli and St Aloysius' College?
About 251 m in a straight line, between Kirribilli and Kirribilli in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Loreto Kirribilli has 11.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and St Aloysius' College has 11.5.
How do Loreto Kirribilli and St Aloysius' College rank in NSW?
Loreto Kirribilli is 33rd of 314 and St Aloysius' College is 45th of 314 among combined schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.