Avila College vs Whitefriars College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Victoria, 11 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Avila College
Mount Waverley · Catholic high school · 7-12
1,011 students · ICSEA 1113
Whitefriars College
Donvale · Catholic high school · 7-12
1,055 students · ICSEA 1112
| Measure | Avila College Mount Waverley VIC | Whitefriars College Donvale VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 79 Top 10% | 84 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #37 of 348 | #18 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #84 of 1,472 | #35 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Catholic | Catholic |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 1,011 | 1,055 |
| Girls / boys | 1,011 / 0 | 0 / 1,055 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 170 | 198 |
| Year 12 cohort | 175 | 150 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 32 | 31 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 12.1% | 6.5% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -8% | -8% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1113 | 1112 |
| ICSEA percentile | 87th | 87th |
| Top SEA quarter | 42% | 43% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 5% | 4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 11.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 88.6 | 93.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 37.2 | 51.3 |
| Language background other than English | 25% | 9% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 1% |
| Suburb | Mount Waverley 3149 | Donvale 3111 |
| Council area | Monash | Manningham |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.avilacollege.vic.edu.au | www.whitefriars.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Whitefriars College scores higher on the Success Index (83.5 vs 79.2).
- •Avila College has the higher ICSEA (1113 vs 1112), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Whitefriars College is the larger school with 1,055 students compared with 1,011.
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 Avila College better than Whitefriars College?
On the Success Index, Whitefriars College ranks higher (83.5 vs 79.2 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 Avila College and Whitefriars College?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Mount Waverley and Donvale in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Avila College has 11.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Whitefriars College has 11.3.
How do Avila College and Whitefriars College rank in VIC?
Avila College is 37th of 348 and Whitefriars College is 18th of 348 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.