Bayside Christian College vs St Augustine's School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 1.7 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Bayside Christian College
Langwarrin South · Independent combined · Prep-12
573 students · ICSEA 1086
St Augustine's School
Frankston South · Catholic primary · Prep-6
318 students · ICSEA 1053
| Measure | Bayside Christian College Langwarrin South VIC | St Augustine's School Frankston South VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 65 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #105 of 239 | #561 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #361 of 1,259 | #1574 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Catholic |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 573 | 318 |
| Girls / boys | 283 / 290 | 138 / 180 |
| Foundation intake | 37 | 48 |
| Year 7 cohort | 56 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 39 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 28 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 2.2% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -1% | +2% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1086 | 1053 |
| ICSEA percentile | 80th | 69th |
| Top SEA quarter | 32% | 18% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 7% | 14% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 12.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 48.8 | 25.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 30.3 | 14.9 |
| Language background other than English | 13% | 18% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 2% |
| Suburb | Langwarrin South 3911 | Frankston South 3199 |
| Council area | Frankston | Frankston |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.baysidecc.vic.edu.au | www.safranksth.catholic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Bayside Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (65.1 vs 63.8).
- •Bayside Christian College has the higher ICSEA (1086 vs 1053), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Bayside Christian College has fewer students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.4).
- •Bayside Christian College is the larger school with 573 students compared with 318.
- •Bayside Christian College is a independent school while St Augustine's School 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 Bayside Christian College better than St Augustine's School?
On the Success Index, Bayside Christian College ranks higher (65.1 vs 63.8 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 Bayside Christian College and St Augustine's School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Langwarrin South and Frankston South in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Bayside Christian College has 11.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and St Augustine's School has 12.4.
How do Bayside Christian College and St Augustine's School rank in VIC?
Bayside Christian College is 105th of 239 and St Augustine's School is 561st of 1,290 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.