Clonard College vs Manifold Heights Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 751 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
Manifold Heights Primary School
Manifold Heights · Government primary · Prep-6
469 students · ICSEA 1082
| Measure | Clonard College Herne Hill VIC | Manifold Heights Primary School Manifold Heights VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 66 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #123 of 348 | #354 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #370 of 1,472 | #823 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Catholic | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | 7-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 940 | 469 |
| Girls / boys | 940 / 0 | 225 / 244 |
| Foundation intake | – | 70 |
| 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% | +8% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1051 | 1082 |
| ICSEA percentile | 69th | 79th |
| Top SEA quarter | 20% | 30% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 16% | 11% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 15.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 78.2 | 31.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 38.5 | 9.9 |
| Language background other than English | 10% | 9% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 0% |
| Suburb | Herne Hill 3218 | Manifold Heights 3218 |
| Council area | Greater Geelong | Greater Geelong |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | clonard.vic.edu.au/ | www.manifold.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Manifold Heights Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (72.0 vs 66.3).
- •Manifold Heights Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1082 vs 1051), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Clonard College has fewer students per teacher (12.0 vs 15.0).
- •Clonard College is the larger school with 940 students compared with 469.
- •Manifold Heights Primary School has grown faster over five years (8% vs 2%).
- •Clonard College is a catholic school while Manifold Heights 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 Clonard College better than Manifold Heights Primary School?
On the Success Index, Manifold Heights Primary School ranks higher (72.0 vs 66.3 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 Clonard College and Manifold Heights Primary School?
About 751 m in a straight line, between Herne Hill and Manifold Heights in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Clonard College has 12.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Manifold Heights Primary School has 15.0.
How do Clonard College and Manifold Heights Primary School rank in VIC?
Clonard College is 123rd of 348 and Manifold Heights Primary School is 354th of 1,290 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.