Dominic College vs St James Catholic College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Tasmania, 38 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
St James Catholic College
Cygnet · Catholic combined · Prep-10
218 students · ICSEA 889
| Measure | Dominic College Glenorchy TAS | St James Catholic College Cygnet TAS |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 46 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #23 of 51 | #48 of 51 |
| National rank (type) | #739 of 1,259 | #1155 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Catholic | Catholic |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-10 | Prep-10 |
| Students | 1,007 | 218 |
| Girls / boys | 521 / 486 | 111 / 107 |
| Foundation intake | 84 | 8 |
| Year 7 cohort | 123 | 38 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +9% | -23% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1018 | 889 |
| ICSEA percentile | 55th | 9th |
| Top SEA quarter | 13% | 6% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 23% | 56% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 10.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 75.7 | 20.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 46.6 | 14.0 |
| Language background other than English | 25% | 7% |
| Indigenous students | 7% | 42% |
| Suburb | Glenorchy 7010 | Cygnet 7112 |
| Council area | Glenorchy | Huon Valley |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.dominic.tas.edu.au | www.sjcc.tas.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Dominic College scores higher on the Success Index (46.0 vs 26.4).
- •Dominic College has the higher ICSEA (1018 vs 889), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •St James Catholic College has fewer students per teacher (10.4 vs 13.3).
- •Dominic College is the larger school with 1,007 students compared with 218.
- •Dominic College has grown faster over five years (9% vs -23%).
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 St James Catholic College?
On the Success Index, Dominic College ranks higher (46.0 vs 26.4 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 St James Catholic College?
About 38 km in a straight line, between Glenorchy and Cygnet in Tasmania.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Dominic College has 13.3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and St James Catholic College has 10.4.
How do Dominic College and St James Catholic College rank in TAS?
Dominic College is 23rd of 51 and St James Catholic College is 48th of 51 among combined schools in Tasmania on the 2025 Success Index.