Academy of Mary Immaculate vs Emmanuel College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Victoria, 12 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Academy of Mary Immaculate
Fitzroy · Catholic high school · 7-12
612 students · ICSEA 1079
Emmanuel College
Altona North · Catholic high school · 7-12
2,533 students · ICSEA 1079
| Measure | Academy of Mary Immaculate Fitzroy VIC | Emmanuel College Altona North VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 68 Top 25% | 77 Top 10% |
| State rank (type) | #112 of 348 | #54 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #332 of 1,472 | #125 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Catholic | Catholic |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 612 | 2,533 |
| Girls / boys | 612 / 0 | 825 / 1,708 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 85 | 447 |
| Year 12 cohort | 120 | 385 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 31 | 28 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 9.8% | 2.8% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -9% | +22% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1079 | 1079 |
| ICSEA percentile | 78th | 78th |
| Top SEA quarter | 30% | 30% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 11% | 11% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 12.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 52.0 | 206.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 23.0 | 99.0 |
| Language background other than English | 37% | 41% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Fitzroy 3065 | Altona North 3025 |
| Council area | Yarra | Hobsons Bay |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.academy.vic.edu.au | www.ecmelb.catholic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Emmanuel College scores higher on the Success Index (76.5 vs 67.8).
- •Academy of Mary Immaculate has fewer students per teacher (11.8 vs 12.3).
- •Emmanuel College is the larger school with 2,533 students compared with 612.
- •Emmanuel College has grown faster over five years (22% vs -9%).
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 Academy of Mary Immaculate better than Emmanuel College?
On the Success Index, Emmanuel College ranks higher (76.5 vs 67.8 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 Academy of Mary Immaculate and Emmanuel College?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Fitzroy and Altona North in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Academy of Mary Immaculate has 11.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Emmanuel College has 12.3.
How do Academy of Mary Immaculate and Emmanuel College rank in VIC?
Academy of Mary Immaculate is 112th of 348 and Emmanuel College is 54th of 348 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.