Cathedral College Wangaratta vs Edinburgh College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 181 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Cathedral College Wangaratta
Wangaratta · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,075 students · ICSEA 1084
Edinburgh College
Lilydale · Independent combined · Prep-12
590 students · ICSEA 1083
| Measure | Cathedral College Wangaratta Wangaratta VIC | Edinburgh College Lilydale VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 63 Top 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #117 of 239 | #80 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #408 of 1,259 | #259 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 1,075 | 590 |
| Girls / boys | 566 / 509 | 292 / 298 |
| Foundation intake | 46 | 44 |
| Year 7 cohort | 123 | 74 |
| Year 12 cohort | 99 | 39 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | 27 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | 2.6% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +6% | +51% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1084 | 1083 |
| ICSEA percentile | 80th | 79th |
| Top SEA quarter | 34% | 31% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 10% | 9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 11.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 74.4 | 52.5 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 50.7 | 22.9 |
| Language background other than English | 4% | 16% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 1% |
| Suburb | Wangaratta 3677 | Lilydale 3140 |
| Council area | Wangaratta | Yarra Ranges |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | www.cathedralcollege.vic.edu.au | www.edinburghcollege.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Edinburgh College scores higher on the Success Index (70.2 vs 62.9).
- •Cathedral College Wangaratta has the higher ICSEA (1084 vs 1083), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Edinburgh College has fewer students per teacher (11.2 vs 14.4).
- •Cathedral College Wangaratta is the larger school with 1,075 students compared with 590.
- •Edinburgh College has grown faster over five years (51% vs 6%).
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 Cathedral College Wangaratta better than Edinburgh College?
On the Success Index, Edinburgh College ranks higher (70.2 vs 62.9 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 Cathedral College Wangaratta and Edinburgh College?
About 181 km in a straight line, between Wangaratta and Lilydale in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Cathedral College Wangaratta has 14.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Edinburgh College has 11.2.
How do Cathedral College Wangaratta and Edinburgh College rank in VIC?
Cathedral College Wangaratta is 117th of 239 and Edinburgh College is 80th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.