Copperfield College vs North Geelong Secondary College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Victoria, 58 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
North Geelong Secondary College
North Geelong · Government high school · 7-12
989 students · ICSEA 961
| Measure | Copperfield College Delahey VIC | North Geelong Secondary College North Geelong VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 31 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #318 of 348 | #275 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #1145 of 1,472 | #949 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 1,846 | 989 |
| Girls / boys | 871 / 975 | 434 / 555 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 286 | 154 |
| Year 12 cohort | 319 | 118 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 28 | 26 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 1.5% | 2.2% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -17% | -5% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 962 | 961 |
| ICSEA percentile | 30th | 29th |
| Top SEA quarter | 5% | 6% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 51% | 49% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 11.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 147.6 | 85.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 78.7 | 49.1 |
| Language background other than English | 62% | 35% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 4% |
| Suburb | Delahey 3037 | North Geelong 3215 |
| Council area | Brimbank | Greater Geelong |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.copperfieldcollege.vic.edu.au | www.ngsc.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •North Geelong Secondary College scores higher on the Success Index (40.0 vs 31.4).
- •Copperfield College has the higher ICSEA (962 vs 961), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •North Geelong Secondary College has fewer students per teacher (11.5 vs 12.5).
- •Copperfield College is the larger school with 1,846 students compared with 989.
- •North Geelong Secondary College has grown faster over five years (-5% 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 North Geelong Secondary College?
On the Success Index, North Geelong Secondary College ranks higher (40.0 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 North Geelong Secondary College?
About 58 km in a straight line, between Delahey and North Geelong in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Copperfield College has 12.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and North Geelong Secondary College has 11.5.
How do Copperfield College and North Geelong Secondary College rank in VIC?
Copperfield College is 318th of 348 and North Geelong Secondary College is 275th of 348 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.