Bairnsdale Christian College vs Cobram Anglican Grammar School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 273 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Bairnsdale Christian College
Bairnsdale · Independent combined · Prep-10
82 students · ICSEA 1010
Cobram Anglican Grammar School
Cobram · Independent combined · Prep-12
387 students · ICSEA 1010
| Measure | Bairnsdale Christian College Bairnsdale VIC | Cobram Anglican Grammar School Cobram VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 45 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #169 of 239 | #203 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #754 of 1,259 | #922 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-10 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 82 | 387 |
| Girls / boys | 41 / 41 | 194 / 193 |
| Foundation intake | 7 | 22 |
| Year 7 cohort | 12 | 32 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 15 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | 30 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | 4% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +39% | -1% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1010 | 1010 |
| ICSEA percentile | 51th | 52th |
| Top SEA quarter | 10% | 11% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 29% | 29% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 14.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 7.4 | 25.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 6.0 | 21.2 |
| Language background other than English | 15% | 17% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 3% |
| Suburb | Bairnsdale 3875 | Cobram 3644 |
| Council area | East Gippsland | Moira |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.bccs.vic.edu.au | www.cags.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Bairnsdale Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (45.4 vs 36.8).
- •Bairnsdale Christian College has fewer students per teacher (11.1 vs 14.9).
- •Cobram Anglican Grammar School is the larger school with 387 students compared with 82.
- •Bairnsdale Christian College has grown faster over five years (39% vs -1%).
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 Bairnsdale Christian College better than Cobram Anglican Grammar School?
On the Success Index, Bairnsdale Christian College ranks higher (45.4 vs 36.8 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 Bairnsdale Christian College and Cobram Anglican Grammar School?
About 273 km in a straight line, between Bairnsdale and Cobram in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Bairnsdale Christian College has 11.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Cobram Anglican Grammar School has 14.9.
How do Bairnsdale Christian College and Cobram Anglican Grammar School rank in VIC?
Bairnsdale Christian College is 169th of 239 and Cobram Anglican Grammar School is 203rd of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.