Australian International Academy of Education vs Mercy College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 674 m 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
Mercy College
Coburg · Catholic high school · 7-12
403 students · ICSEA 1029
| Measure | Australian International Academy of Education Coburg VIC | Mercy College Coburg VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 64 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #110 of 239 | #181 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #386 of 1,259 | #609 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Independent | Catholic |
| Type | Combined | Secondary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 2,215 | 403 |
| Girls / boys | 1,068 / 1,147 | 403 / 0 |
| Foundation intake | 172 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 194 | 65 |
| Year 12 cohort | 105 | 75 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 24 | 29 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 0% | 3.9% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +44% | -11% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1071 | 1029 |
| ICSEA percentile | 76th | 60th |
| Top SEA quarter | 30% | 17% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 16% | 26% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 12.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 208.9 | 33.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 100.1 | 18.2 |
| Language background other than English | 95% | 46% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 1% |
| Suburb | Coburg 3058 | Coburg 3058 |
| Council area | Merri-bek | Merri-bek |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.aia.vic.edu.au/ | www.mercycoburg.catholic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Australian International Academy of Education scores higher on the Success Index (64.2 vs 55.7).
- •Australian International Academy of Education has the higher ICSEA (1071 vs 1029), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Australian International Academy of Education has fewer students per teacher (10.6 vs 12.2).
- •Australian International Academy of Education is the larger school with 2,215 students compared with 403.
- •Australian International Academy of Education has grown faster over five years (44% vs -11%).
- •Australian International Academy of Education is a independent school while Mercy College is a catholic 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 Australian International Academy of Education better than Mercy College?
On the Success Index, Australian International Academy of Education ranks higher (64.2 vs 55.7 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 Australian International Academy of Education and Mercy College?
About 674 m in a straight line, between Coburg and Coburg 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 Mercy College has 12.2.
How do Australian International Academy of Education and Mercy College rank in VIC?
Australian International Academy of Education is 110th of 239 and Mercy College is 181st of 348 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.