Albert Park College vs Middle Park Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 965 m 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
Middle Park Primary School
Middle Park · Government primary · Prep-6
393 students · ICSEA 1150
| Measure | Albert Park College Albert Park VIC | Middle Park Primary School Middle Park VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 82 Top 5% | 75 Top 10% |
| State rank (type) | #22 of 348 | #272 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #46 of 1,472 | #571 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | 7-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 1,657 | 393 |
| Girls / boys | 818 / 839 | 174 / 219 |
| Foundation intake | – | 47 |
| Year 7 cohort | 279 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 253 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 30 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 7% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +15% | -24% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1127 | 1150 |
| ICSEA percentile | 91th | 95th |
| Top SEA quarter | 52% | 63% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 5% | 4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 15.8 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 131.0 | 24.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 56.9 | 8.2 |
| Language background other than English | 35% | 23% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 1% |
| Suburb | Albert Park 3206 | Middle Park 3206 |
| Council area | Port Phillip | Port Phillip |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.albertparkcollege.vic.edu.au/ | www.middleparkps.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Albert Park College scores higher on the Success Index (81.8 vs 74.6).
- •Middle Park Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1150 vs 1127), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Albert Park College has fewer students per teacher (12.6 vs 15.8).
- •Albert Park College is the larger school with 1,657 students compared with 393.
- •Albert Park College has grown faster over five years (15% vs -24%).
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 Middle Park Primary School?
On the Success Index, Albert Park College ranks higher (81.8 vs 74.6 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 Middle Park Primary School?
About 965 m in a straight line, between Albert Park and Middle Park in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Albert Park College has 12.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Middle Park Primary School has 15.8.
How do Albert Park College and Middle Park Primary School rank in VIC?
Albert Park College is 22nd of 348 and Middle Park Primary School is 272nd of 1,290 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.