Ave Maria College vs Kilbreda College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Victoria, 29 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Ave Maria College
Aberfeldie · Catholic high school · 7-12
826 students · ICSEA 1082
Kilbreda College
Mentone · Catholic high school · 7-12
928 students · ICSEA 1082
| Measure | Ave Maria College Aberfeldie VIC | Kilbreda College Mentone VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 72 Top 25% | 76 Top 10% |
| State rank (type) | #94 of 348 | #60 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #242 of 1,472 | #133 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Catholic | Catholic |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 826 | 928 |
| Girls / boys | 826 / 0 | 928 / 0 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 163 | 163 |
| Year 12 cohort | 125 | 133 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 31 | 32 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 8.3% | 13.2% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | 0% | +4% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1082 | 1082 |
| ICSEA percentile | 79th | 79th |
| Top SEA quarter | 29% | 28% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 8% | 8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 11.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 65.5 | 79.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 31.1 | 49.0 |
| Language background other than English | 5% | 11% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 1% |
| Suburb | Aberfeldie 3040 | Mentone 3194 |
| Council area | Moonee Valley | Kingston (Vic.) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.avemaria.vic.edu.au | www.kilbreda.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Kilbreda College scores higher on the Success Index (76.1 vs 71.7).
- •Kilbreda College has fewer students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.6).
- •Kilbreda College is the larger school with 928 students compared with 826.
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 Ave Maria College better than Kilbreda College?
On the Success Index, Kilbreda College ranks higher (76.1 vs 71.7 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 Ave Maria College and Kilbreda College?
About 29 km in a straight line, between Aberfeldie and Mentone in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Ave Maria College has 12.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Kilbreda College has 11.7.
How do Ave Maria College and Kilbreda College rank in VIC?
Ave Maria College is 94th of 348 and Kilbreda College is 60th of 348 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.