Casey Grammar School vs Christian College Geelong
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 86 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Casey Grammar School
Cranbourne East · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,127 students · ICSEA 1099
Christian College Geelong
Highton · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,908 students · ICSEA 1098
| Measure | Casey Grammar School Cranbourne East VIC | Christian College Geelong Highton VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 65 Top 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #108 of 239 | #61 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #379 of 1,259 | #178 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 1,127 | 1,908 |
| Girls / boys | 589 / 538 | 902 / 1,006 |
| Foundation intake | 75 | 124 |
| Year 7 cohort | 104 | 168 |
| Year 12 cohort | 90 | 159 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 30 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 4.8% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +16% | +89% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1099 | 1098 |
| ICSEA percentile | 84th | 84th |
| Top SEA quarter | 37% | 38% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 7% | 7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 9.1 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 86.8 | 209.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 40.3 | 119.3 |
| Language background other than English | 61% | 8% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 1% |
| Suburb | Cranbourne East 3977 | Highton 3216 |
| Council area | Casey | Greater Geelong |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.caseygrammar.vic.edu.au | www.christiancollege.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Christian College Geelong scores higher on the Success Index (75.0 vs 64.5).
- •Casey Grammar School has the higher ICSEA (1099 vs 1098), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Christian College Geelong has fewer students per teacher (9.1 vs 13.0).
- •Christian College Geelong is the larger school with 1,908 students compared with 1,127.
- •Christian College Geelong has grown faster over five years (89% vs 16%).
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 Casey Grammar School better than Christian College Geelong?
On the Success Index, Christian College Geelong ranks higher (75.0 vs 64.5 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 Casey Grammar School and Christian College Geelong?
About 86 km in a straight line, between Cranbourne East and Highton in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Casey Grammar School has 13.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Christian College Geelong has 9.1.
How do Casey Grammar School and Christian College Geelong rank in VIC?
Casey Grammar School is 108th of 239 and Christian College Geelong is 61st of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.