Academy of Mary Immaculate vs Ozford College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Victoria, 917 m 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
Ozford College
Melbourne · Independent high school · 10-12
101 students · ICSEA 1008
| Measure | Academy of Mary Immaculate Fitzroy VIC | Ozford College Melbourne VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 68 Top 25% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #112 of 348 | #203 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #332 of 1,472 | #697 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Catholic | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 10-12 |
| Students | 612 | 101 |
| Girls / boys | 612 / 0 | 43 / 58 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 85 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 120 | 47 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 31 | 19 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 9.8% | 0.8% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -9% | +12% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1079 | 1008 |
| ICSEA percentile | 78th | 51th |
| Top SEA quarter | 30% | 14% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 11% | 34% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 17.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 52.0 | 5.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 23.0 | – |
| Language background other than English | 37% | 100% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Fitzroy 3065 | Melbourne 3000 |
| Council area | Yarra | Melbourne |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.academy.vic.edu.au | www.ozford.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Academy of Mary Immaculate scores higher on the Success Index (67.8 vs 51.9).
- •Academy of Mary Immaculate has the higher ICSEA (1079 vs 1008), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Academy of Mary Immaculate has fewer students per teacher (11.8 vs 17.7).
- •Academy of Mary Immaculate is the larger school with 612 students compared with 101.
- •Ozford College has grown faster over five years (12% vs -9%).
- •Academy of Mary Immaculate is a catholic school while Ozford College 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 Academy of Mary Immaculate better than Ozford College?
On the Success Index, Academy of Mary Immaculate ranks higher (67.8 vs 51.9 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 Ozford College?
About 917 m in a straight line, between Fitzroy and Melbourne in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Academy of Mary Immaculate has 11.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Ozford College has 17.7.
How do Academy of Mary Immaculate and Ozford College rank in VIC?
Academy of Mary Immaculate is 112th of 348 and Ozford College is 203rd of 348 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.