Australian Islamic Centre College vs Bayside P-12 College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 2.3 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Australian Islamic Centre College
Newport · Independent primary · Prep-6
151 students · ICSEA 1032
Bayside P-12 College
Williamstown · Government combined · Prep-12
958 students · ICSEA 1006
| Measure | Australian Islamic Centre College Newport VIC | Bayside P-12 College Williamstown VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 55 Top 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #774 of 1,290 | #172 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #2321 of 4,908 | #775 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Primary | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 151 | 958 |
| Girls / boys | 73 / 78 | 469 / 489 |
| Foundation intake | 34 | 9 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | 136 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 110 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | 27 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | 1.9% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | – | -9% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1032 | 1006 |
| ICSEA percentile | 61th | 50th |
| Top SEA quarter | 17% | 16% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 25% | 36% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 9.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 8.9 | 96.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 7.2 | 35.8 |
| Language background other than English | 42% | 48% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 2% |
| Suburb | Newport 3015 | Williamstown 3016 |
| Council area | Hobsons Bay | Hobsons Bay |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | aicc.vic.edu.au/ | www.bayside.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Australian Islamic Centre College scores higher on the Success Index (55.0 vs 44.5).
- •Australian Islamic Centre College has the higher ICSEA (1032 vs 1006), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Bayside P-12 College has fewer students per teacher (9.9 vs 17.0).
- •Bayside P-12 College is the larger school with 958 students compared with 151.
- •Australian Islamic Centre College is a independent school while Bayside P-12 College is a government 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 Islamic Centre College better than Bayside P-12 College?
On the Success Index, Australian Islamic Centre College ranks higher (55.0 vs 44.5 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 Islamic Centre College and Bayside P-12 College?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Newport and Williamstown in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Australian Islamic Centre College has 17.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Bayside P-12 College has 9.9.
How do Australian Islamic Centre College and Bayside P-12 College rank in VIC?
Australian Islamic Centre College is 774th of 1,290 and Bayside P-12 College is 172nd of 239 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.