Bayview College vs Ozford College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Victoria, 300 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Bayview College
Portland · Independent high school · 7-12
291 students · ICSEA 1009
Ozford College
Melbourne · Independent high school · 10-12
101 students · ICSEA 1008
| Measure | Bayview College Portland VIC | Ozford College Melbourne VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 61 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #151 of 348 | #203 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #476 of 1,472 | #697 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 10-12 |
| Students | 291 | 101 |
| Girls / boys | 139 / 152 | 43 / 58 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 57 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 38 | 47 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 28 | 19 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 3.3% | 0.8% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +25% | +12% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1009 | 1008 |
| ICSEA percentile | 51th | 51th |
| Top SEA quarter | 15% | 14% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 26% | 34% |
| Students per teacher | 9.3 | 17.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 31.0 | 5.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 16.8 | – |
| Language background other than English | 2% | 100% |
| Indigenous students | 8% | 0% |
| Suburb | Portland 3305 | Melbourne 3000 |
| Council area | Glenelg | Melbourne |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | www.bayview.vic.edu.au | www.ozford.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Bayview College scores higher on the Success Index (61.4 vs 51.9).
- •Bayview College has the higher ICSEA (1009 vs 1008), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Bayview College has fewer students per teacher (9.3 vs 17.7).
- •Bayview College is the larger school with 291 students compared with 101.
- •Bayview College has grown faster over five years (25% vs 12%).
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 Bayview College better than Ozford College?
On the Success Index, Bayview College ranks higher (61.4 vs 51.9 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 Bayview College and Ozford College?
About 300 km in a straight line, between Portland and Melbourne in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Bayview College has 9.3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Ozford College has 17.7.
How do Bayview College and Ozford College rank in VIC?
Bayview College is 151st of 348 and Ozford College is 203rd of 348 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.