Apollo Bay P-12 College vs Bright P-12 College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 367 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Apollo Bay P-12 College
Apollo Bay · Government combined · Prep-12
340 students · ICSEA 1043
Bright P-12 College
Bright · Government combined · Prep-12
514 students · ICSEA 1054
| Measure | Apollo Bay P-12 College Apollo Bay VIC | Bright P-12 College Bright VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 61 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #125 of 239 | #145 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #437 of 1,259 | #547 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 340 | 514 |
| Girls / boys | 167 / 173 | 250 / 264 |
| Foundation intake | 25 | 27 |
| Year 7 cohort | 32 | 52 |
| Year 12 cohort | 22 | 52 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 29 | 27 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 3.9% | 2.7% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +17% | -10% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1043 | 1054 |
| ICSEA percentile | 66th | 70th |
| Top SEA quarter | 23% | 24% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 19% | 16% |
| Students per teacher | 9.4 | 11.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 36.0 | 45.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 10.5 | 21.2 |
| Language background other than English | 14% | 9% |
| Indigenous students | 4% | 0% |
| Suburb | Apollo Bay 3233 | Bright 3741 |
| Council area | Colac Otway | Alpine |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.apollobayp12.vic.edu.au/ | www.brightp12.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Apollo Bay P-12 College scores higher on the Success Index (61.3 vs 55.0).
- •Bright P-12 College has the higher ICSEA (1054 vs 1043), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Apollo Bay P-12 College has fewer students per teacher (9.4 vs 11.3).
- •Bright P-12 College is the larger school with 514 students compared with 340.
- •Apollo Bay P-12 College has grown faster over five years (17% vs -10%).
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 Apollo Bay P-12 College better than Bright P-12 College?
On the Success Index, Apollo Bay P-12 College ranks higher (61.3 vs 55.0 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 Apollo Bay P-12 College and Bright P-12 College?
About 367 km in a straight line, between Apollo Bay and Bright in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Apollo Bay P-12 College has 9.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Bright P-12 College has 11.3.
How do Apollo Bay P-12 College and Bright P-12 College rank in VIC?
Apollo Bay P-12 College is 125th of 239 and Bright P-12 College is 145th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.