Blakes Crossing Christian College vs Harvest Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in South Australia, 122 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Blakes Crossing Christian College
Blakeview · Independent combined · R-12
712 students · ICSEA 983
Harvest Christian College
Kadina · Independent combined · R-12
302 students · ICSEA 983
| Measure | Blakes Crossing Christian College Blakeview SA | Harvest Christian College Kadina SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 36 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #103 of 145 | #88 of 145 |
| National rank (type) | #945 of 1,259 | #882 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | R-12 | R-12 |
| Students | 712 | 302 |
| Girls / boys | 355 / 357 | 172 / 130 |
| Foundation intake | 52 | 21 |
| Year 7 cohort | 73 | 34 |
| Year 12 cohort | 36 | 15 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +48% | -2% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 983 | 983 |
| ICSEA percentile | 39th | 39th |
| Top SEA quarter | 6% | 11% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 41% | 40% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 12.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 51.8 | 23.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 31.3 | 19.4 |
| Language background other than English | 35% | 12% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 8% |
| Suburb | Blakeview 5114 | Kadina 5554 |
| Council area | Playford | Copper Coast |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.blakescrossing.sa.edu.au | www.harvest.sa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Harvest Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (38.7 vs 35.6).
- •Harvest Christian College has fewer students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.7).
- •Blakes Crossing Christian College is the larger school with 712 students compared with 302.
- •Blakes Crossing Christian College has grown faster over five years (48% vs -2%).
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 Blakes Crossing Christian College better than Harvest Christian College?
On the Success Index, Harvest Christian College ranks higher (38.7 vs 35.6 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 Blakes Crossing Christian College and Harvest Christian College?
About 122 km in a straight line, between Blakeview and Kadina in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Blakes Crossing Christian College has 13.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Harvest Christian College has 12.7.
How do Blakes Crossing Christian College and Harvest Christian College rank in SA?
Blakes Crossing Christian College is 103rd of 145 and Harvest Christian College is 88th of 145 among combined schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.