Brunswick Secondary College vs Camberwell High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Victoria, 12 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Brunswick Secondary College
Brunswick · Government high school · 7-12
1,074 students · ICSEA 1119
Camberwell High School
Canterbury · Government high school · 7-12
824 students · ICSEA 1119
| Measure | Brunswick Secondary College Brunswick VIC | Camberwell High School Canterbury VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 84 Top 5% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #9 of 348 | #101 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #23 of 1,472 | #265 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 1,074 | 824 |
| Girls / boys | 514 / 560 | 265 / 559 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 175 | 93 |
| Year 12 cohort | 163 | 166 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 30 | 30 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 8.5% | 7.9% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +9% | -30% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1119 | 1119 |
| ICSEA percentile | 89th | 89th |
| Top SEA quarter | 49% | 48% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 9% | 6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 12.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 91.1 | 66.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 26.6 | 28.9 |
| Language background other than English | 33% | 34% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Brunswick 3056 | Canterbury 3126 |
| Council area | Merri-bek | Boroondara |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.brunswick.vic.edu.au | www.camhigh.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Brunswick Secondary College scores higher on the Success Index (84.2 vs 71.1).
- •Brunswick Secondary College has fewer students per teacher (11.8 vs 12.3).
- •Brunswick Secondary College is the larger school with 1,074 students compared with 824.
- •Brunswick Secondary College has grown faster over five years (9% vs -30%).
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 Brunswick Secondary College better than Camberwell High School?
On the Success Index, Brunswick Secondary College ranks higher (84.2 vs 71.1 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 Brunswick Secondary College and Camberwell High School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Brunswick and Canterbury in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Brunswick Secondary College has 11.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Camberwell High School has 12.3.
How do Brunswick Secondary College and Camberwell High School rank in VIC?
Brunswick Secondary College is 9th of 348 and Camberwell High School is 101st of 348 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.