Albert Park College vs John Monash Science School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Victoria, 18 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Albert Park College
Albert Park · Government high school · 7-12
1,657 students · ICSEA 1127
John Monash Science School
Clayton · Government high school · 10-12
656 students · ICSEA 1127
| Measure | Albert Park College Albert Park VIC | John Monash Science School Clayton VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 82 Top 5% | 83 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #22 of 348 | #19 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #46 of 1,472 | #37 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 10-12 |
| Students | 1,657 | 656 |
| Girls / boys | 818 / 839 | 308 / 348 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 279 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 253 | 230 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 30 | 35 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 7% | 22% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +15% | -1% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1127 | 1127 |
| ICSEA percentile | 91th | 91th |
| Top SEA quarter | 52% | 52% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 5% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 11.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 131.0 | 54.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 56.9 | 38.8 |
| Language background other than English | 35% | 73% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Albert Park 3206 | Clayton 3168 |
| Council area | Port Phillip | Monash |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.albertparkcollege.vic.edu.au/ | www.jmss.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •John Monash Science School scores higher on the Success Index (82.8 vs 81.8).
- •John Monash Science School has fewer students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.6).
- •Albert Park College is the larger school with 1,657 students compared with 656.
- •Albert Park College has grown faster over five years (15% vs -1%).
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 Albert Park College better than John Monash Science School?
On the Success Index, John Monash Science School ranks higher (82.8 vs 81.8 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 Albert Park College and John Monash Science School?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Albert Park and Clayton in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Albert Park College has 12.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and John Monash Science School has 11.9.
How do Albert Park College and John Monash Science School rank in VIC?
Albert Park College is 22nd of 348 and John Monash Science School is 19th of 348 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.