Southern Vales Christian College vs Trinity College South
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in South Australia, 56 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Southern Vales Christian College
Morphett Vale · Independent combined · R-12
503 students · ICSEA 1038
Trinity College South
Evanston South · Independent combined · R-10
957 students · ICSEA 1039
| Measure | Southern Vales Christian College Morphett Vale SA | Trinity College South Evanston South SA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 47 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #59 of 145 | #61 of 145 |
| National rank (type) | #711 of 1,259 | #749 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | R-12 | R-10 |
| Students | 503 | 957 |
| Girls / boys | 275 / 228 | 460 / 497 |
| Foundation intake | 33 | 55 |
| Year 7 cohort | 46 | 118 |
| Year 12 cohort | 38 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -6% | +22% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1038 | 1039 |
| ICSEA percentile | 63th | 64th |
| Top SEA quarter | 18% | 17% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 20% | 19% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 15.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 46.3 | 61.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 28.2 | 29.2 |
| Language background other than English | 5% | 17% |
| Indigenous students | 4% | 3% |
| Suburb | Morphett Vale 5162 | Evanston South 5116 |
| Council area | Onkaparinga | Gawler |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | svcc.sa.edu.au/ | www.trinity.sa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Southern Vales Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (47.4 vs 45.7).
- •Trinity College South has the higher ICSEA (1039 vs 1038), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Southern Vales Christian College has fewer students per teacher (10.8 vs 15.5).
- •Trinity College South is the larger school with 957 students compared with 503.
- •Trinity College South has grown faster over five years (22% vs -6%).
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 Southern Vales Christian College better than Trinity College South?
On the Success Index, Southern Vales Christian College ranks higher (47.4 vs 45.7 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 Southern Vales Christian College and Trinity College South?
About 56 km in a straight line, between Morphett Vale and Evanston South in South Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Southern Vales Christian College has 10.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Trinity College South has 15.5.
How do Southern Vales Christian College and Trinity College South rank in SA?
Southern Vales Christian College is 59th of 145 and Trinity College South is 61st of 145 among combined schools in South Australia on the 2025 Success Index.