Alia College vs Luther College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Victoria, 21 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
Luther College
Croydon Hills · Independent high school · 7-12
1,219 students · ICSEA 1127
| Measure | Alia College Hawthorn East VIC | Luther College Croydon Hills VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 85 Top 5% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #7 of 348 | #1 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #19 of 1,472 | #2 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 96 | 1,219 |
| Girls / boys | 57 / 39 | 601 / 618 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 6 | 227 |
| Year 12 cohort | 11 | 173 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 24 | 32 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 5.1% | 8.6% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +41% | +2% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1130 | 1127 |
| ICSEA percentile | 91th | 91th |
| Top SEA quarter | 51% | 49% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 4% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 6.0 | 10.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 16.0 | 116.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 8.6 | 45.9 |
| Language background other than English | 7% | 16% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 0% |
| Suburb | Hawthorn East 3123 | Croydon Hills 3136 |
| Council area | Boroondara | Maroondah |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.alia.vic.edu.au | www.luther.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Luther College scores higher on the Success Index (87.4 vs 84.7).
- •Alia College has the higher ICSEA (1130 vs 1127), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Alia College has fewer students per teacher (6.0 vs 10.5).
- •Luther College is the larger school with 1,219 students compared with 96.
- •Alia College has grown faster over five years (41% vs 2%).
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 Luther College?
On the Success Index, Luther College ranks higher (87.4 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 Luther College?
About 21 km in a straight line, between Hawthorn East and Croydon Hills in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Alia College has 6.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Luther College has 10.5.
How do Alia College and Luther College rank in VIC?
Alia College is 7th of 348 and Luther College is 1st of 348 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.