Benton Junior College vs Riddells Creek Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 93 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Benton Junior College
Mornington · Government primary · Prep-6
585 students · ICSEA 1040
Riddells Creek Primary School
Riddells Creek · Government primary · Prep-6
285 students · ICSEA 1040
| Measure | Benton Junior College Mornington VIC | Riddells Creek Primary School Riddells Creek VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 54 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #800 of 1,290 | #739 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #2404 of 4,908 | #2205 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 585 | 285 |
| Girls / boys | 252 / 333 | 152 / 133 |
| Foundation intake | 62 | 37 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -32% | -13% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1040 | 1040 |
| ICSEA percentile | 64th | 64th |
| Top SEA quarter | 18% | 16% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 20% | 19% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 13.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 41.3 | 21.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 14.3 | 5.8 |
| Language background other than English | 7% | 4% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 2% |
| Suburb | Mornington 3931 | Riddells Creek 3431 |
| Council area | Mornington Peninsula | Macedon Ranges |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | benton.vic.edu.au | www.rcps.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Riddells Creek Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (56.6 vs 54.0).
- •Riddells Creek Primary School has fewer students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.1).
- •Benton Junior College is the larger school with 585 students compared with 285.
- •Riddells Creek Primary School has grown faster over five years (-13% vs -32%).
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 Benton Junior College better than Riddells Creek Primary School?
On the Success Index, Riddells Creek Primary School ranks higher (56.6 vs 54.0 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 Benton Junior College and Riddells Creek Primary School?
About 93 km in a straight line, between Mornington and Riddells Creek in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Benton Junior College has 14.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Riddells Creek Primary School has 13.4.
How do Benton Junior College and Riddells Creek Primary School rank in VIC?
Benton Junior College is 800th of 1,290 and Riddells Creek Primary School is 739th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.