Cabra Dominican College vs Rostrevor College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in South Australia, 12 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Cabra Dominican College
Cumberland Park · Catholic combined · 7-12
1,165 students · ICSEA 1065
Rostrevor College
Woodforde · Catholic combined · R-12
985 students · ICSEA 1064
| Measure | Cabra Dominican College Cumberland Park SA | Rostrevor College Woodforde SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 51 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #51 of 145 | #42 of 145 |
| National rank (type) | #644 of 1,259 | #552 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Catholic | Catholic |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | 7-12 | R-12 |
| Students | 1,165 | 985 |
| Girls / boys | 592 / 573 | 0 / 985 |
| Foundation intake | – | 13 |
| Year 7 cohort | 203 | 127 |
| Year 12 cohort | 186 | 106 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -4% | +16% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1065 | 1064 |
| ICSEA percentile | 74th | 73th |
| Top SEA quarter | 19% | 22% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 7% | 10% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 13.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 78.8 | 72.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 48.1 | 48.9 |
| Language background other than English | 9% | 16% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 2% |
| Suburb | Cumberland Park 5041 | Woodforde 5072 |
| Council area | Mitcham | Adelaide Hills |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.cabra.catholic.edu.au | www.rostrevor.sa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Rostrevor College scores higher on the Success Index (54.7 vs 50.5).
- •Cabra Dominican College has the higher ICSEA (1065 vs 1064), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Rostrevor College has fewer students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.8).
- •Cabra Dominican College is the larger school with 1,165 students compared with 985.
- •Rostrevor College has grown faster over five years (16% vs -4%).
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 Cabra Dominican College better than Rostrevor College?
On the Success Index, Rostrevor College ranks higher (54.7 vs 50.5 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 Cabra Dominican College and Rostrevor College?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Cumberland Park and Woodforde in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Cabra Dominican College has 14.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Rostrevor College has 13.6.
How do Cabra Dominican College and Rostrevor College rank in SA?
Cabra Dominican College is 51st of 145 and Rostrevor College is 42nd of 145 among combined schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.