MLC School vs Southern Cross Catholic College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New South Wales, 209 m 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
Southern Cross Catholic College
Burwood · Catholic high school · 10-12
139 students · ICSEA 1042
| Measure | MLC School Burwood NSW | Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 85 Top 5% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #13 of 314 | #151 of 539 |
| National rank (type) | #44 of 1,259 | #372 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Independent | Catholic |
| Type | Combined | Secondary |
| Year range | K-12 | 10-12 |
| Students | 1,393 | 139 |
| Girls / boys | 1,393 / 0 | 72 / 67 |
| Foundation intake | 60 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 160 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 156 | 42 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +14% | -7% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1177 | 1042 |
| ICSEA percentile | 98th | 65th |
| Top SEA quarter | 72% | 19% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 1% | 15% |
| Students per teacher | 9.0 | 6.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 154.2 | 20.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 90.8 | 24.5 |
| Language background other than English | 39% | 55% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 6% |
| Suburb | Burwood 2134 | Burwood 2134 |
| Council area | Burwood | Burwood |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.mlcsyd.nsw.edu.au | sccc.syd.catholic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •MLC School scores higher on the Success Index (84.9 vs 66.3).
- •MLC School has the higher ICSEA (1177 vs 1042), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Southern Cross Catholic College has fewer students per teacher (6.6 vs 9.0).
- •MLC School is the larger school with 1,393 students compared with 139.
- •MLC School has grown faster over five years (14% vs -7%).
- •MLC School is a independent school while Southern Cross Catholic College is a catholic 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 MLC School better than Southern Cross Catholic College?
On the Success Index, MLC School ranks higher (84.9 vs 66.3 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 Southern Cross Catholic College?
About 209 m in a straight line, between Burwood and Burwood in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
MLC School has 9.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Southern Cross Catholic College has 6.6.
How do MLC School and Southern Cross Catholic College rank in NSW?
MLC School is 13th of 314 and Southern Cross Catholic College is 151st of 539 among combined schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.