Alia College vs Bialik College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 216 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Alia College
Hawthorn East · Independent high school · 7-12
96 students · ICSEA 1130
Bialik College
Hawthorn · Independent combined · Prep-12
987 students · ICSEA 1164
| Measure | Alia College Hawthorn East VIC | Bialik College Hawthorn VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 85 Top 5% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank (type) | #7 of 348 | #45 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #19 of 1,472 | #112 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Combined |
| Year range | 7-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 96 | 987 |
| Girls / boys | 57 / 39 | 488 / 499 |
| Foundation intake | – | 41 |
| Year 7 cohort | 6 | 100 |
| Year 12 cohort | 11 | 87 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 24 | 36 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 5.1% | 24.8% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +41% | +8% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1130 | 1164 |
| ICSEA percentile | 91th | 97th |
| Top SEA quarter | 51% | 68% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 4% | 1% |
| Students per teacher | 6.0 | 11.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 16.0 | 88.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 8.6 | 48.2 |
| Language background other than English | 7% | 28% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 0% |
| Suburb | Hawthorn East 3123 | Hawthorn 3122 |
| Council area | Boroondara | Boroondara |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.alia.vic.edu.au | www.bialik.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Alia College scores higher on the Success Index (84.7 vs 80.0).
- •Bialik College has the higher ICSEA (1164 vs 1130), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Alia College has fewer students per teacher (6.0 vs 11.2).
- •Bialik College is the larger school with 987 students compared with 96.
- •Alia College has grown faster over five years (41% vs 8%).
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 Alia College better than Bialik College?
On the Success Index, Alia College ranks higher (84.7 vs 80.0 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 Alia College and Bialik College?
About 216 m in a straight line, between Hawthorn East and Hawthorn in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Alia College has 6.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Bialik College has 11.2.
How do Alia College and Bialik College rank in VIC?
Alia College is 7th of 348 and Bialik College is 45th of 239 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.