Clonard College vs Hamlyn Views School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 676 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Clonard College
Herne Hill · Catholic high school · 7-12
940 students · ICSEA 1051
Hamlyn Views School
Hamlyn Heights · Government special · U
150 students · ICSEA 998
| Measure | Clonard College Herne Hill VIC | Hamlyn Views School Hamlyn Heights VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 66 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank (type) | #123 of 348 | – |
| National rank (type) | #370 of 1,472 | – |
| Sector | Catholic | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Special |
| Year range | 7-12 | U |
| Students | 940 | 150 |
| Girls / boys | 940 / 0 | 38 / 112 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 166 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 149 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 29 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 6.9% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +2% | +114% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1051 | 998 |
| ICSEA percentile | 69th | 46th |
| Top SEA quarter | 20% | 17% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 16% | 40% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 3.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 78.2 | 40.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 38.5 | 47.1 |
| Language background other than English | 10% | 17% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 7% |
| Suburb | Herne Hill 3218 | Hamlyn Heights 3215 |
| Council area | Greater Geelong | Greater Geelong |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | clonard.vic.edu.au/ | hamlynviews.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Clonard College has the higher ICSEA (1051 vs 998), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Hamlyn Views School has fewer students per teacher (3.7 vs 12.0).
- •Clonard College is the larger school with 940 students compared with 150.
- •Hamlyn Views School has grown faster over five years (114% vs 2%).
- •Clonard College is a catholic school while Hamlyn Views 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 Clonard College better than Hamlyn Views School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index. Differences in sector, size, year range and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Clonard College and Hamlyn Views School?
About 676 m in a straight line, between Herne Hill and Hamlyn Heights in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Clonard College has 12.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Hamlyn Views School has 3.7.
How do Clonard College and Hamlyn Views School rank in VIC?
Clonard College is 123rd of 348 and Hamlyn Views School is unranked among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.