Caulfield Grammar School vs St Joseph's School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 572 m 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
St Joseph's School
Elsternwick · Catholic primary · Prep-6
347 students · ICSEA 1164
| Measure | Caulfield Grammar School St Kilda East VIC | St Joseph's School Elsternwick VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 88 Top 5% | 81 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #13 of 239 | #79 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #20 of 1,259 | #130 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Catholic |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 3,555 | 347 |
| Girls / boys | 1,789 / 1,766 | 172 / 175 |
| Foundation intake | 96 | 51 |
| Year 7 cohort | 456 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 492 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 35 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 22.6% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +12% | -1% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1157 | 1164 |
| ICSEA percentile | 96th | 97th |
| Top SEA quarter | 65% | 65% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 2% | 1% |
| Students per teacher | 9.1 | 14.8 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 389.2 | 23.5 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 263.7 | 8.1 |
| Language background other than English | 44% | 17% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 0% |
| Suburb | St Kilda East 3183 | Elsternwick 3185 |
| Council area | Glen Eira | Glen Eira |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au | www.sjelst.catholic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Caulfield Grammar School scores higher on the Success Index (87.8 vs 81.4).
- •St Joseph's School has the higher ICSEA (1164 vs 1157), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Caulfield Grammar School has fewer students per teacher (9.1 vs 14.8).
- •Caulfield Grammar School is the larger school with 3,555 students compared with 347.
- •Caulfield Grammar School has grown faster over five years (12% vs -1%).
- •Caulfield Grammar School is a independent school while St Joseph's School 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 Caulfield Grammar School better than St Joseph's School?
On the Success Index, Caulfield Grammar School ranks higher (87.8 vs 81.4 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 St Joseph's School?
About 572 m in a straight line, between St Kilda East and Elsternwick in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Caulfield Grammar School has 9.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and St Joseph's School has 14.8.
How do Caulfield Grammar School and St Joseph's School rank in VIC?
Caulfield Grammar School is 13th of 239 and St Joseph's School is 79th of 1,290 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.