Christian College Geelong vs Geelong English Language School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 2.2 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Christian College Geelong
Highton · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,908 students · ICSEA 1098
Geelong English Language School
Belmont · Government combined · Prep-10
95 students · ICSEA 884
| Measure | Christian College Geelong Highton VIC | Geelong English Language School Belmont VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 75 Top 25% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #61 of 239 | #235 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #178 of 1,259 | #1178 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-10 |
| Students | 1,908 | 95 |
| Girls / boys | 902 / 1,006 | 50 / 45 |
| Foundation intake | 124 | 14 |
| Year 7 cohort | 168 | 6 |
| Year 12 cohort | 159 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +89% | – |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1098 | 884 |
| ICSEA percentile | 84th | 8th |
| Top SEA quarter | 38% | 3% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 7% | 69% |
| Students per teacher | 9.1 | 3.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 209.1 | 28.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 119.3 | 15.0 |
| Language background other than English | 8% | 100% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 0% |
| Suburb | Highton 3216 | Belmont 3216 |
| Council area | Greater Geelong | Greater Geelong |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.christiancollege.vic.edu.au | www.gelc.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Christian College Geelong scores higher on the Success Index (75.0 vs 25.4).
- •Christian College Geelong has the higher ICSEA (1098 vs 884), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Geelong English Language School has fewer students per teacher (3.4 vs 9.1).
- •Christian College Geelong is the larger school with 1,908 students compared with 95.
- •Christian College Geelong is a independent school while Geelong English Language School is a government 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 Christian College Geelong better than Geelong English Language School?
On the Success Index, Christian College Geelong ranks higher (75.0 vs 25.4 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 Christian College Geelong and Geelong English Language School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Highton and Belmont in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Christian College Geelong has 9.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Geelong English Language School has 3.4.
How do Christian College Geelong and Geelong English Language School rank in VIC?
Christian College Geelong is 61st of 239 and Geelong English Language School is 235th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.