Copperfield College vs Elevation Secondary College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Victoria, 17 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Copperfield College
Delahey · Government high school · 7-12
1,846 students · ICSEA 962
Elevation Secondary College
Craigieburn · Government high school · 7-12
1,177 students · ICSEA 962
| Measure | Copperfield College Delahey VIC | Elevation Secondary College Craigieburn VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 31 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #318 of 348 | #301 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #1145 of 1,472 | #1032 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 1,846 | 1,177 |
| Girls / boys | 871 / 975 | 576 / 601 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 286 | 213 |
| Year 12 cohort | 319 | 111 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 28 | 28 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -17% | +706% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 962 | 962 |
| ICSEA percentile | 30th | 30th |
| Top SEA quarter | 5% | 6% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 51% | 48% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 12.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 147.6 | 92.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 78.7 | 52.2 |
| Language background other than English | 62% | 84% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 1% |
| Suburb | Delahey 3037 | Craigieburn 3064 |
| Council area | Brimbank | Hume |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.copperfieldcollege.vic.edu.au | www.elevationsc.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Elevation Secondary College scores higher on the Success Index (36.6 vs 31.4).
- •Copperfield College is the larger school with 1,846 students compared with 1,177.
- •Elevation Secondary College has grown faster over five years (706% vs -17%).
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 Copperfield College better than Elevation Secondary College?
On the Success Index, Elevation Secondary College ranks higher (36.6 vs 31.4 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 Copperfield College and Elevation Secondary College?
About 17 km in a straight line, between Delahey and Craigieburn in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Copperfield College has 12.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Elevation Secondary College has 12.7.
How do Copperfield College and Elevation Secondary College rank in VIC?
Copperfield College is 318th of 348 and Elevation Secondary College is 301st of 348 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.