Alia College vs Camberwell South Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 1.6 km 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
Camberwell South Primary School
Glen Iris · Government primary · Prep-6
423 students · ICSEA 1183
| Measure | Alia College Hawthorn East VIC | Camberwell South Primary School Glen Iris VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 85 Top 5% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #7 of 348 | #13 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #19 of 1,472 | #19 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | 7-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 96 | 423 |
| Girls / boys | 57 / 39 | 202 / 221 |
| Foundation intake | – | 55 |
| Year 7 cohort | 6 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 11 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 24 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 5.1% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +41% | -3% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1130 | 1183 |
| ICSEA percentile | 91th | 99th |
| Top SEA quarter | 51% | 74% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 4% | 1% |
| Students per teacher | 6.0 | 14.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 16.0 | 28.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 8.6 | 4.6 |
| Language background other than English | 7% | 27% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 1% |
| Suburb | Hawthorn East 3123 | Glen Iris 3146 |
| Council area | Boroondara | Boroondara |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.alia.vic.edu.au | www.cambsth.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Camberwell South Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (86.4 vs 84.7).
- •Camberwell South Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1183 vs 1130), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Alia College has fewer students per teacher (6.0 vs 14.6).
- •Camberwell South Primary School is the larger school with 423 students compared with 96.
- •Alia College has grown faster over five years (41% vs -3%).
- •Alia College is a independent school while Camberwell South Primary School is a government 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 Alia College better than Camberwell South Primary School?
On the Success Index, Camberwell South Primary School ranks higher (86.4 vs 84.7 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 Camberwell South Primary School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Hawthorn East and Glen Iris in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Alia College has 6.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Camberwell South Primary School has 14.6.
How do Alia College and Camberwell South Primary School rank in VIC?
Alia College is 7th of 348 and Camberwell South Primary School is 13th of 1,290 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.