Camberwell Grammar School vs Haileybury College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 21 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
Haileybury College
Keysborough · Independent combined · Prep-12
4,880 students · ICSEA 1191
| Measure | Camberwell Grammar School Canterbury VIC | Haileybury College Keysborough VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 88 Top 5% | 84 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #12 of 239 | #29 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #19 of 1,259 | #55 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 1,346 | 4,880 |
| Girls / boys | 0 / 1,346 | 2,300 / 2,580 |
| Foundation intake | 25 | 197 |
| Year 7 cohort | 175 | 526 |
| Year 12 cohort | 188 | 558 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 34 | 35 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 20.3% | 26.5% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +2% | +16% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1192 | 1191 |
| ICSEA percentile | 99th | 99th |
| Top SEA quarter | 79% | 73% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 0% | 1% |
| Students per teacher | 8.5 | 9.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 158.3 | 490.5 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 90.5 | 307.3 |
| Language background other than English | 62% | 49% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Canterbury 3126 | Keysborough 3173 |
| Council area | Boroondara | Greater Dandenong |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.cgs.vic.edu.au | www.haileybury.com.au/ |
The verdict
- •Camberwell Grammar School scores higher on the Success Index (88.1 vs 83.7).
- •Camberwell Grammar School has the higher ICSEA (1192 vs 1191), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Camberwell Grammar School has fewer students per teacher (8.5 vs 9.9).
- •Haileybury College is the larger school with 4,880 students compared with 1,346.
- •Haileybury College has grown faster over five years (16% 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 Camberwell Grammar School better than Haileybury College?
On the Success Index, Camberwell Grammar School ranks higher (88.1 vs 83.7 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 Haileybury College?
About 21 km in a straight line, between Canterbury and Keysborough in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Camberwell Grammar School has 8.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Haileybury College has 9.9.
How do Camberwell Grammar School and Haileybury College rank in VIC?
Camberwell Grammar School is 12th of 239 and Haileybury College is 29th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.