St Patrick's College Campbelltown vs Trinity Catholic College Lismore
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in New South Wales, 630 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
St Patrick's College Campbelltown
Campbelltown · Independent high school · 7-12
698 students · ICSEA 1049
Trinity Catholic College Lismore
East Lismore · Independent high school · 7-12
816 students · ICSEA 1055
| Measure | St Patrick's College Campbelltown Campbelltown NSW | Trinity Catholic College Lismore East Lismore NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 60 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #207 of 539 | #159 of 539 |
| National rank (type) | #518 of 1,472 | #401 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 698 | 816 |
| Girls / boys | 698 / 0 | 445 / 371 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 137 | 126 |
| Year 12 cohort | 110 | 115 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -2% | -17% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1049 | 1055 |
| ICSEA percentile | 68th | 70th |
| Top SEA quarter | 20% | 25% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 13% | 14% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 12.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 52.8 | 64.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 38.8 | 34.0 |
| Language background other than English | 21% | 2% |
| Indigenous students | 6% | 6% |
| Suburb | Campbelltown 2560 | East Lismore 2480 |
| Council area | Campbelltown (NSW) | Lismore |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.saintpatricks.nsw.edu.au/ | www.trinitylismore.nsw.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Trinity Catholic College Lismore scores higher on the Success Index (65.1 vs 59.9).
- •Trinity Catholic College Lismore has the higher ICSEA (1055 vs 1049), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Trinity Catholic College Lismore has fewer students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.2).
- •Trinity Catholic College Lismore is the larger school with 816 students compared with 698.
- •St Patrick's College Campbelltown has grown faster over five years (-2% vs -17%).
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 St Patrick's College Campbelltown better than Trinity Catholic College Lismore?
On the Success Index, Trinity Catholic College Lismore ranks higher (65.1 vs 59.9 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 St Patrick's College Campbelltown and Trinity Catholic College Lismore?
About 630 km in a straight line, between Campbelltown and East Lismore in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
St Patrick's College Campbelltown has 13.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Trinity Catholic College Lismore has 12.7.
How do St Patrick's College Campbelltown and Trinity Catholic College Lismore rank in NSW?
St Patrick's College Campbelltown is 207th of 539 and Trinity Catholic College Lismore is 159th of 539 among secondary schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.