MLC School vs Pymble Ladies' College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in New South Wales, 14 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
MLC School
Burwood · Independent combined · K-12
1,393 students · ICSEA 1177
Pymble Ladies' College
Pymble · Independent combined · K-12
2,501 students · ICSEA 1178
| Measure | MLC School Burwood NSW | Pymble Ladies' College Pymble NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 85 Top 5% | 84 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #13 of 314 | #19 of 314 |
| National rank (type) | #44 of 1,259 | #57 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | K-12 | K-12 |
| Students | 1,393 | 2,501 |
| Girls / boys | 1,393 / 0 | 2,501 / 0 |
| Foundation intake | 60 | 84 |
| Year 7 cohort | 160 | 291 |
| Year 12 cohort | 156 | 286 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +14% | +11% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1177 | 1178 |
| ICSEA percentile | 98th | 98th |
| Top SEA quarter | 72% | 73% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 1% | 1% |
| Students per teacher | 9.0 | 8.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 154.2 | 279.5 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 90.8 | 193.4 |
| Language background other than English | 39% | 59% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 1% |
| Suburb | Burwood 2134 | Pymble 2073 |
| Council area | Burwood | Ku-ring-gai |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.mlcsyd.nsw.edu.au | www.pymblelc.nsw.edu.au |
The verdict
- •MLC School scores higher on the Success Index (84.9 vs 83.6).
- •Pymble Ladies' College has the higher ICSEA (1178 vs 1177), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Pymble Ladies' College is the larger school with 2,501 students compared with 1,393.
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 MLC School better than Pymble Ladies' College?
On the Success Index, MLC School ranks higher (84.9 vs 83.6 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 MLC School and Pymble Ladies' College?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Burwood and Pymble in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
MLC School has 9.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Pymble Ladies' College has 8.9.
How do MLC School and Pymble Ladies' College rank in NSW?
MLC School is 13th of 314 and Pymble Ladies' College is 19th of 314 among combined schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.