Camberwell Grammar School vs Genazzano FCJ College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 1.2 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Camberwell Grammar School
Canterbury · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,346 students · ICSEA 1192
Genazzano FCJ College
Kew · Catholic combined · Prep-12
680 students · ICSEA 1127
| Measure | Camberwell Grammar School Canterbury VIC | Genazzano FCJ College Kew VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 88 Top 5% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #12 of 239 | #77 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #19 of 1,259 | #240 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Catholic |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 1,346 | 680 |
| Girls / boys | 0 / 1,346 | 680 / 0 |
| Foundation intake | 25 | 15 |
| Year 7 cohort | 175 | 53 |
| Year 12 cohort | 188 | 120 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 34 | 35 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 20.3% | 20.4% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +2% | -27% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1192 | 1127 |
| ICSEA percentile | 99th | 91th |
| Top SEA quarter | 79% | 51% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 0% | 2% |
| Students per teacher | 8.5 | 7.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 158.3 | 90.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 90.5 | 63.1 |
| Language background other than English | 62% | 18% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Canterbury 3126 | Kew 3101 |
| Council area | Boroondara | Boroondara |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.cgs.vic.edu.au | www.genazzano.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Camberwell Grammar School scores higher on the Success Index (88.1 vs 71.1).
- •Camberwell Grammar School has the higher ICSEA (1192 vs 1127), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Genazzano FCJ College has fewer students per teacher (7.6 vs 8.5).
- •Camberwell Grammar School is the larger school with 1,346 students compared with 680.
- •Camberwell Grammar School has grown faster over five years (2% vs -27%).
- •Camberwell Grammar School is a independent school while Genazzano FCJ College is a catholic school, so fees and enrolment rules differ.
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 Camberwell Grammar School better than Genazzano FCJ College?
On the Success Index, Camberwell Grammar School ranks higher (88.1 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 Camberwell Grammar School and Genazzano FCJ College?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Canterbury and Kew in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Camberwell Grammar School has 8.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Genazzano FCJ College has 7.6.
How do Camberwell Grammar School and Genazzano FCJ College rank in VIC?
Camberwell Grammar School is 12th of 239 and Genazzano FCJ College is 77th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.