Dominic College vs Hilliard Christian School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Tasmania, 2.5 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Dominic College
Glenorchy · Catholic combined · Prep-10
1,007 students · ICSEA 1018
Hilliard Christian School
West Moonah · Independent combined · Prep-10
248 students · ICSEA 1012
| Measure | Dominic College Glenorchy TAS | Hilliard Christian School West Moonah TAS |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 46 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #23 of 51 | #15 of 51 |
| National rank (type) | #739 of 1,259 | #592 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Catholic | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-10 | Prep-10 |
| Students | 1,007 | 248 |
| Girls / boys | 521 / 486 | 120 / 128 |
| Foundation intake | 84 | 18 |
| Year 7 cohort | 123 | 21 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +9% | +43% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1018 | 1012 |
| ICSEA percentile | 55th | 52th |
| Top SEA quarter | 13% | 15% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 23% | 30% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 11.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 75.7 | 20.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 46.6 | 13.2 |
| Language background other than English | 25% | 57% |
| Indigenous students | 7% | 3% |
| Suburb | Glenorchy 7010 | West Moonah 7009 |
| Council area | Glenorchy | Glenorchy |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.dominic.tas.edu.au | hilliard.tas.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Hilliard Christian School scores higher on the Success Index (52.9 vs 46.0).
- •Dominic College has the higher ICSEA (1018 vs 1012), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Hilliard Christian School has fewer students per teacher (11.9 vs 13.3).
- •Dominic College is the larger school with 1,007 students compared with 248.
- •Hilliard Christian School has grown faster over five years (43% vs 9%).
- •Dominic College is a catholic school while Hilliard Christian School is an independent school, so fees and enrolment rules differ.
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 Dominic College better than Hilliard Christian School?
On the Success Index, Hilliard Christian School ranks higher (52.9 vs 46.0 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 Dominic College and Hilliard Christian School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Glenorchy and West Moonah in Tasmania.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Dominic College has 13.3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Hilliard Christian School has 11.9.
How do Dominic College and Hilliard Christian School rank in TAS?
Dominic College is 23rd of 51 and Hilliard Christian School is 15th of 51 among combined schools in Tasmania on the 2025 Success Index.