Australian International Academy of Education vs Covenant College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 70 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Australian International Academy of Education
Coburg · Independent combined · Prep-12
2,215 students · ICSEA 1071
Covenant College
Bell Post Hill · Independent combined · Prep-12
735 students · ICSEA 1070
| Measure | Australian International Academy of Education Coburg VIC | Covenant College Bell Post Hill VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 64 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #110 of 239 | #114 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #386 of 1,259 | #404 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 2,215 | 735 |
| Girls / boys | 1,068 / 1,147 | 364 / 371 |
| Foundation intake | 172 | 59 |
| Year 7 cohort | 194 | 70 |
| Year 12 cohort | 105 | 52 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 24 | 29 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 0% | 1.9% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +44% | +7% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1071 | 1070 |
| ICSEA percentile | 76th | 75th |
| Top SEA quarter | 30% | 28% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 16% | 14% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 11.8 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 208.9 | 62.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 100.1 | 52.9 |
| Language background other than English | 95% | 16% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 1% |
| Suburb | Coburg 3058 | Bell Post Hill 3215 |
| Council area | Merri-bek | Greater Geelong |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.aia.vic.edu.au/ | www.covenant.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Australian International Academy of Education scores higher on the Success Index (64.2 vs 63.2).
- •Australian International Academy of Education has the higher ICSEA (1071 vs 1070), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Australian International Academy of Education has fewer students per teacher (10.6 vs 11.8).
- •Australian International Academy of Education is the larger school with 2,215 students compared with 735.
- •Australian International Academy of Education has grown faster over five years (44% vs 7%).
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 Australian International Academy of Education better than Covenant College?
On the Success Index, Australian International Academy of Education ranks higher (64.2 vs 63.2 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 Australian International Academy of Education and Covenant College?
About 70 km in a straight line, between Coburg and Bell Post Hill in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Australian International Academy of Education has 10.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Covenant College has 11.8.
How do Australian International Academy of Education and Covenant College rank in VIC?
Australian International Academy of Education is 110th of 239 and Covenant College is 114th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.