Benalla P-12 College vs Lake Bolac College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 306 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Benalla P-12 College
Benalla · Government combined · Prep-12
700 students · ICSEA 934
Lake Bolac College
Lake Bolac · Government combined · Prep-12
92 students · ICSEA 936
| Measure | Benalla P-12 College Benalla VIC | Lake Bolac College Lake Bolac VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 26 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #232 of 239 | #219 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #1156 of 1,259 | #1029 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 700 | 92 |
| Girls / boys | 337 / 363 | 47 / 45 |
| Foundation intake | 44 | 7 |
| Year 7 cohort | 57 | 8 |
| Year 12 cohort | 40 | 1 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 23 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 0% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -20% | -19% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 934 | 936 |
| ICSEA percentile | 19th | 20th |
| Top SEA quarter | 4% | 4% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 59% | 54% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 6.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 62.8 | 14.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 49.3 | 7.1 |
| Language background other than English | 6% | 11% |
| Indigenous students | 8% | 3% |
| Suburb | Benalla 3672 | Lake Bolac 3351 |
| Council area | Benalla | Ararat |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Outer Regional |
| Website | benallap12.vic.edu.au/ | www.lakebolacc.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Lake Bolac College scores higher on the Success Index (31.9 vs 26.3).
- •Lake Bolac College has the higher ICSEA (936 vs 934), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Lake Bolac College has fewer students per teacher (6.5 vs 11.1).
- •Benalla P-12 College is the larger school with 700 students compared with 92.
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 Benalla P-12 College better than Lake Bolac College?
On the Success Index, Lake Bolac College ranks higher (31.9 vs 26.3 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 Benalla P-12 College and Lake Bolac College?
About 306 km in a straight line, between Benalla and Lake Bolac in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Benalla P-12 College has 11.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Lake Bolac College has 6.5.
How do Benalla P-12 College and Lake Bolac College rank in VIC?
Benalla P-12 College is 232nd of 239 and Lake Bolac College is 219th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.