Mark Oliphant College (B-12) vs Ocean View P-12 College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in South Australia, 23 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Mark Oliphant College (B-12)
Munno Para West · Government combined · U, R-12
1,685 students · ICSEA 919
Ocean View P-12 College
Taperoo · Government combined · U, R-12
629 students · ICSEA 918
| Measure | Mark Oliphant College (B-12) Munno Para West SA | Ocean View P-12 College Taperoo SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 23 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #141 of 145 | #135 of 145 |
| National rank (type) | #1206 of 1,259 | #1140 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | U, R-12 | U, R-12 |
| Students | 1,685 | 629 |
| Girls / boys | 813 / 872 | 305 / 324 |
| Foundation intake | 95 | 30 |
| Year 7 cohort | 202 | 64 |
| Year 12 cohort | 126 | 75 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +5% | +1% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 919 | 918 |
| ICSEA percentile | 15th | 15th |
| Top SEA quarter | 3% | 5% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 65% | 56% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 11.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 136.9 | 55.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 73.9 | 33.9 |
| Language background other than English | 30% | 12% |
| Indigenous students | 11% | 24% |
| Suburb | Munno Para West 5115 | Taperoo 5017 |
| Council area | Playford | Port Adelaide Enfield |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.moc.sa.edu.au | www.oceanview.sa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Ocean View P-12 College scores higher on the Success Index (27.0 vs 23.2).
- •Mark Oliphant College (B-12) has the higher ICSEA (919 vs 918), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Ocean View P-12 College has fewer students per teacher (11.2 vs 12.3).
- •Mark Oliphant College (B-12) is the larger school with 1,685 students compared with 629.
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 Mark Oliphant College (B-12) better than Ocean View P-12 College?
On the Success Index, Ocean View P-12 College ranks higher (27.0 vs 23.2 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 Mark Oliphant College (B-12) and Ocean View P-12 College?
About 23 km in a straight line, between Munno Para West and Taperoo in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Mark Oliphant College (B-12) has 12.3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Ocean View P-12 College has 11.2.
How do Mark Oliphant College (B-12) and Ocean View P-12 College rank in SA?
Mark Oliphant College (B-12) is 141st of 145 and Ocean View P-12 College is 135th of 145 among combined schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.