Corpus Christi School vs Glenroy Private
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 820 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Corpus Christi School
Glenroy · Catholic primary · Prep-6
174 students · ICSEA 1055
Glenroy Private
Glenroy · Independent combined · Prep-12
632 students · ICSEA 992
| Measure | Corpus Christi School Glenroy VIC | Glenroy Private Glenroy VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 65 Top 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #527 of 1,290 | #161 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #1445 of 4,908 | #709 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Catholic | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 174 | 632 |
| Girls / boys | 101 / 73 | 326 / 306 |
| Foundation intake | 26 | 69 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | 52 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 14 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | 23 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | 0% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -30% | +86% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1055 | 992 |
| ICSEA percentile | 70th | 43th |
| Top SEA quarter | 23% | 10% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 17% | 39% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 12.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 14.7 | 50.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 7.7 | 25.2 |
| Language background other than English | 67% | 99% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 0% |
| Suburb | Glenroy 3046 | Glenroy 3046 |
| Council area | Merri-bek | Merri-bek |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.ccglenroy.catholic.edu.au | www.glenroyprivate.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Corpus Christi School scores higher on the Success Index (65.1 vs 47.4).
- •Corpus Christi School has the higher ICSEA (1055 vs 992), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Corpus Christi School has fewer students per teacher (11.8 vs 12.6).
- •Glenroy Private is the larger school with 632 students compared with 174.
- •Glenroy Private has grown faster over five years (86% vs -30%).
- •Corpus Christi School is a catholic school while Glenroy Private is an independent 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 Corpus Christi School better than Glenroy Private?
On the Success Index, Corpus Christi School ranks higher (65.1 vs 47.4 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 Corpus Christi School and Glenroy Private?
About 820 m in a straight line, between Glenroy and Glenroy in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Corpus Christi School has 11.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Glenroy Private has 12.6.
How do Corpus Christi School and Glenroy Private rank in VIC?
Corpus Christi School is 527th of 1,290 and Glenroy Private is 161st of 239 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.