Christian College Geelong vs Melbourne Rudolf Steiner School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 94 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
Melbourne Rudolf Steiner School
Warranwood · Independent combined · Prep-12
470 students · ICSEA 1097
| Measure | Christian College Geelong Highton VIC | Melbourne Rudolf Steiner School Warranwood VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 75 Top 25% | 66 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #61 of 239 | #103 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #178 of 1,259 | #351 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 1,908 | 470 |
| Girls / boys | 902 / 1,006 | 239 / 231 |
| Foundation intake | 124 | 28 |
| Year 7 cohort | 168 | 54 |
| Year 12 cohort | 159 | 41 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | 31 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | 5.7% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +89% | +4% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1098 | 1097 |
| ICSEA percentile | 84th | 83th |
| Top SEA quarter | 38% | 36% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 7% | 4% |
| Students per teacher | 9.1 | 9.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 209.1 | 52.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 119.3 | 25.4 |
| Language background other than English | 8% | 23% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 1% |
| Suburb | Highton 3216 | Warranwood 3134 |
| Council area | Greater Geelong | Maroondah |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.christiancollege.vic.edu.au | www.mrss.com.au |
The verdict
- •Christian College Geelong scores higher on the Success Index (75.0 vs 65.5).
- •Christian College Geelong has the higher ICSEA (1098 vs 1097), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Christian College Geelong is the larger school with 1,908 students compared with 470.
- •Christian College Geelong has grown faster over five years (89% vs 4%).
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 Melbourne Rudolf Steiner School?
On the Success Index, Christian College Geelong ranks higher (75.0 vs 65.5 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 Melbourne Rudolf Steiner School?
About 94 km in a straight line, between Highton and Warranwood in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Christian College Geelong has 9.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Melbourne Rudolf Steiner School has 9.0.
How do Christian College Geelong and Melbourne Rudolf Steiner School rank in VIC?
Christian College Geelong is 61st of 239 and Melbourne Rudolf Steiner School is 103rd of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.