Belgrave Heights Christian School vs Oakleigh Grammar
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 23 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Belgrave Heights Christian School
Belgrave Heights · Independent combined · Prep-12
776 students · ICSEA 1078
Oakleigh Grammar
Oakleigh · Independent combined · Prep-12
724 students · ICSEA 1078
| Measure | Belgrave Heights Christian School Belgrave Heights VIC | Oakleigh Grammar Oakleigh VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 56 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #140 of 239 | #116 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #532 of 1,259 | #406 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 776 | 724 |
| Girls / boys | 398 / 378 | 333 / 391 |
| Foundation intake | 41 | 47 |
| Year 7 cohort | 80 | 54 |
| Year 12 cohort | 70 | 69 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 29 | 31 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 2.5% | 7.6% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -2% | +8% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1078 | 1078 |
| ICSEA percentile | 78th | 78th |
| Top SEA quarter | 27% | 29% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 8% | 9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 11.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 57.3 | 63.5 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 41.2 | 48.7 |
| Language background other than English | 8% | 73% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Belgrave Heights 3160 | Oakleigh 3166 |
| Council area | Yarra Ranges | Monash |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.bhcs.vic.edu.au/ | www.oakleighgrammar.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Oakleigh Grammar scores higher on the Success Index (63.1 vs 55.9).
- •Oakleigh Grammar has fewer students per teacher (11.4 vs 13.5).
- •Belgrave Heights Christian School is the larger school with 776 students compared with 724.
- •Oakleigh Grammar has grown faster over five years (8% vs -2%).
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 Belgrave Heights Christian School better than Oakleigh Grammar?
On the Success Index, Oakleigh Grammar ranks higher (63.1 vs 55.9 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 Belgrave Heights Christian School and Oakleigh Grammar?
About 23 km in a straight line, between Belgrave Heights and Oakleigh in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Belgrave Heights Christian School has 13.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Oakleigh Grammar has 11.4.
How do Belgrave Heights Christian School and Oakleigh Grammar rank in VIC?
Belgrave Heights Christian School is 140th of 239 and Oakleigh Grammar is 116th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.