Beaconhills College vs Grace Christian College Wodonga
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 246 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Beaconhills College
Pakenham · Independent combined · Prep-12
2,965 students · ICSEA 1035
Grace Christian College Wodonga
Leneva · Independent combined · Prep-12
149 students · ICSEA 1036
| Measure | Beaconhills College Pakenham VIC | Grace Christian College Wodonga Leneva VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 44 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #175 of 239 | #147 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #798 of 1,259 | #584 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 2,965 | 149 |
| Girls / boys | 1,453 / 1,512 | 74 / 75 |
| Foundation intake | 154 | 8 |
| Year 7 cohort | 310 | 25 |
| Year 12 cohort | 277 | 17 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 31 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 7.1% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +4% | +23% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1035 | 1036 |
| ICSEA percentile | 62th | 62th |
| Top SEA quarter | 28% | 14% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 28% | 18% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 8.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 233.9 | 17.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 136.0 | 11.4 |
| Language background other than English | 31% | 8% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 2% |
| Suburb | Pakenham 3810 | Leneva 3691 |
| Council area | Cardinia | Wodonga |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.beaconhills.vic.edu.au/ | www.gcc.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Grace Christian College Wodonga scores higher on the Success Index (53.2 vs 43.5).
- •Grace Christian College Wodonga has the higher ICSEA (1036 vs 1035), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Grace Christian College Wodonga has fewer students per teacher (8.6 vs 12.7).
- •Beaconhills College is the larger school with 2,965 students compared with 149.
- •Grace Christian College Wodonga has grown faster over five years (23% vs 4%).
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 Beaconhills College better than Grace Christian College Wodonga?
On the Success Index, Grace Christian College Wodonga ranks higher (53.2 vs 43.5 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 Beaconhills College and Grace Christian College Wodonga?
About 246 km in a straight line, between Pakenham and Leneva in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Beaconhills College has 12.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Grace Christian College Wodonga has 8.6.
How do Beaconhills College and Grace Christian College Wodonga rank in VIC?
Beaconhills College is 175th of 239 and Grace Christian College Wodonga is 147th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.