Assumption College vs Clonard College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Victoria, 107 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Assumption College
Kilmore · Catholic high school · 7-12
1,455 students · ICSEA 1050
Clonard College
Herne Hill · Catholic high school · 7-12
940 students · ICSEA 1051
| Measure | Assumption College Kilmore VIC | Clonard College Herne Hill VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 63 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #142 of 348 | #123 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #436 of 1,472 | #370 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Catholic | Catholic |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 1,455 | 940 |
| Girls / boys | 688 / 767 | 940 / 0 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 270 | 166 |
| Year 12 cohort | 186 | 149 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 27 | 29 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 2.8% | 6.9% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +18% | +2% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1050 | 1051 |
| ICSEA percentile | 68th | 69th |
| Top SEA quarter | 19% | 20% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 16% | 16% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 12.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 111.1 | 78.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 63.8 | 38.5 |
| Language background other than English | 7% | 10% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 2% |
| Suburb | Kilmore 3764 | Herne Hill 3218 |
| Council area | Mitchell | Greater Geelong |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | www.assumption.vic.edu.au/ | clonard.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Clonard College scores higher on the Success Index (66.3 vs 63.1).
- •Clonard College has the higher ICSEA (1051 vs 1050), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Clonard College has fewer students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.1).
- •Assumption College is the larger school with 1,455 students compared with 940.
- •Assumption College has grown faster over five years (18% 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 Assumption College better than Clonard College?
On the Success Index, Clonard College ranks higher (66.3 vs 63.1 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 Assumption College and Clonard College?
About 107 km in a straight line, between Kilmore and Herne Hill in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Assumption College has 13.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Clonard College has 12.0.
How do Assumption College and Clonard College rank in VIC?
Assumption College is 142nd of 348 and Clonard College is 123rd of 348 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.