Creekside K-9 College vs Mallacoota P-12 College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 442 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Creekside K-9 College
Caroline Springs · Government combined · Prep-9
1,287 students · ICSEA 1018
Mallacoota P-12 College
Mallacoota · Government combined · Prep-12
126 students · ICSEA 1019
| Measure | Creekside K-9 College Caroline Springs VIC | Mallacoota P-12 College Mallacoota VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 38 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #197 of 239 | #156 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #905 of 1,259 | #651 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-9 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 1,287 | 126 |
| Girls / boys | 631 / 656 | 63 / 63 |
| Foundation intake | 81 | 12 |
| Year 7 cohort | 180 | 14 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 6 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | 28 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | 15.4% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -12% | -9% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1018 | 1019 |
| ICSEA percentile | 55th | 55th |
| Top SEA quarter | 14% | 17% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 30% | 25% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 6.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 89.6 | 19.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 34.4 | 7.5 |
| Language background other than English | 71% | 5% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 2% |
| Suburb | Caroline Springs 3023 | Mallacoota 3892 |
| Council area | Melton | East Gippsland |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.creeksidecollege.vic.edu.au | www.mallp12.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Mallacoota P-12 College scores higher on the Success Index (50.2 vs 37.8).
- •Mallacoota P-12 College has the higher ICSEA (1019 vs 1018), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Mallacoota P-12 College has fewer students per teacher (6.6 vs 14.4).
- •Creekside K-9 College is the larger school with 1,287 students compared with 126.
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 Creekside K-9 College better than Mallacoota P-12 College?
On the Success Index, Mallacoota P-12 College ranks higher (50.2 vs 37.8 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 Creekside K-9 College and Mallacoota P-12 College?
About 442 km in a straight line, between Caroline Springs and Mallacoota in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Creekside K-9 College has 14.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Mallacoota P-12 College has 6.6.
How do Creekside K-9 College and Mallacoota P-12 College rank in VIC?
Creekside K-9 College is 197th of 239 and Mallacoota P-12 College is 156th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.