Christian College Geelong vs Roslyn Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 1.9 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
Roslyn Primary School
Belmont · Government primary · Prep-6
249 students · ICSEA 1082
| Measure | Christian College Geelong Highton VIC | Roslyn Primary School Belmont VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 75 Top 25% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #61 of 239 | #464 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #178 of 1,259 | #1231 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 1,908 | 249 |
| Girls / boys | 902 / 1,006 | 125 / 124 |
| Foundation intake | 124 | 27 |
| Year 7 cohort | 168 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 159 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +89% | +7% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1098 | 1082 |
| ICSEA percentile | 84th | 79th |
| Top SEA quarter | 38% | 34% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 7% | 13% |
| Students per teacher | 9.1 | 14.8 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 209.1 | 16.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 119.3 | 8.8 |
| Language background other than English | 8% | 15% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 3% |
| Suburb | Highton 3216 | Belmont 3216 |
| Council area | Greater Geelong | Greater Geelong |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.christiancollege.vic.edu.au | www.roslynps.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Christian College Geelong scores higher on the Success Index (75.0 vs 67.7).
- •Christian College Geelong has the higher ICSEA (1098 vs 1082), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Christian College Geelong has fewer students per teacher (9.1 vs 14.8).
- •Christian College Geelong is the larger school with 1,908 students compared with 249.
- •Christian College Geelong has grown faster over five years (89% vs 7%).
- •Christian College Geelong is a independent school while Roslyn Primary 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 Roslyn Primary School?
On the Success Index, Christian College Geelong ranks higher (75.0 vs 67.7 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 Roslyn Primary School?
About 1.9 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 Roslyn Primary School has 14.8.
How do Christian College Geelong and Roslyn Primary School rank in VIC?
Christian College Geelong is 61st of 239 and Roslyn Primary School is 464th of 1,290 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.