Caulfield Grammar School vs Yeshivah College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 1.1 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
Yeshivah College
St Kilda East · Independent combined · Prep-12
362 students · ICSEA 1073
| Measure | Caulfield Grammar School St Kilda East VIC | Yeshivah College St Kilda East VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 88 Top 5% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #13 of 239 | #131 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #20 of 1,259 | #476 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 3,555 | 362 |
| Girls / boys | 1,789 / 1,766 | 0 / 362 |
| Foundation intake | 96 | 29 |
| Year 7 cohort | 456 | 23 |
| Year 12 cohort | 492 | 18 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 35 | 34 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 22.6% | 19.2% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +12% | -14% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1157 | 1073 |
| ICSEA percentile | 96th | 76th |
| Top SEA quarter | 65% | 27% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 2% | 13% |
| Students per teacher | 9.1 | 9.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 389.2 | 40.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 263.7 | 54.6 |
| Language background other than English | 44% | 16% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 0% |
| Suburb | St Kilda East 3183 | St Kilda East 3183 |
| Council area | Glen Eira | Glen Eira |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au | www.ybr.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Caulfield Grammar School scores higher on the Success Index (87.8 vs 59.1).
- •Caulfield Grammar School has the higher ICSEA (1157 vs 1073), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Caulfield Grammar School is the larger school with 3,555 students compared with 362.
- •Caulfield Grammar School has grown faster over five years (12% vs -14%).
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 Yeshivah College?
On the Success Index, Caulfield Grammar School ranks higher (87.8 vs 59.1 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 Yeshivah College?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between St Kilda East and St Kilda East in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Caulfield Grammar School has 9.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Yeshivah College has 9.0.
How do Caulfield Grammar School and Yeshivah College rank in VIC?
Caulfield Grammar School is 13th of 239 and Yeshivah College is 131st of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.