Caulfield Grammar School vs Donvale Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 20 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Caulfield Grammar School
St Kilda East · Independent combined · Prep-12
3,555 students · ICSEA 1157
Donvale Christian College
Donvale · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,623 students · ICSEA 1158
| Measure | Caulfield Grammar School St Kilda East VIC | Donvale Christian College Donvale VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 88 Top 5% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #13 of 239 | #55 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #20 of 1,259 | #149 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 3,555 | 1,623 |
| Girls / boys | 1,789 / 1,766 | 779 / 844 |
| Foundation intake | 96 | 92 |
| Year 7 cohort | 456 | 158 |
| Year 12 cohort | 492 | 150 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 35 | 32 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 22.6% | 7.9% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +12% | +11% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1157 | 1158 |
| ICSEA percentile | 96th | 96th |
| Top SEA quarter | 65% | 63% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 2% | 1% |
| Students per teacher | 9.1 | 12.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 389.2 | 129.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 263.7 | 77.0 |
| Language background other than English | 44% | 35% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 0% |
| Suburb | St Kilda East 3183 | Donvale 3111 |
| Council area | Glen Eira | Manningham |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au | www.donvale.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Caulfield Grammar School scores higher on the Success Index (87.8 vs 77.3).
- •Donvale Christian College has the higher ICSEA (1158 vs 1157), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Caulfield Grammar School has fewer students per teacher (9.1 vs 12.5).
- •Caulfield Grammar School is the larger school with 3,555 students compared with 1,623.
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 Caulfield Grammar School better than Donvale Christian College?
On the Success Index, Caulfield Grammar School ranks higher (87.8 vs 77.3 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 Caulfield Grammar School and Donvale Christian College?
About 20 km in a straight line, between St Kilda East and Donvale in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Caulfield Grammar School has 9.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Donvale Christian College has 12.5.
How do Caulfield Grammar School and Donvale Christian College rank in VIC?
Caulfield Grammar School is 13th of 239 and Donvale Christian College is 55th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.