Darul Ulum College of Victoria vs Kerang Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 239 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Darul Ulum College of Victoria
Fawkner · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,766 students · ICSEA 1005
Kerang Christian College
Kerang · Independent combined · Prep-12
121 students · ICSEA 1003
| Measure | Darul Ulum College of Victoria Fawkner VIC | Kerang Christian College Kerang VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 35 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #207 of 239 | #167 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #955 of 1,259 | #746 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 1,766 | 121 |
| Girls / boys | 965 / 801 | 64 / 57 |
| Foundation intake | 203 | 7 |
| Year 7 cohort | 114 | 16 |
| Year 12 cohort | 54 | 10 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 31 | 24 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 11.1% | 2.6% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +49% | -3% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1005 | 1003 |
| ICSEA percentile | 49th | 48th |
| Top SEA quarter | 7% | 12% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 33% | 32% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 8.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 130.0 | 14.5 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 86.2 | 7.0 |
| Language background other than English | 100% | 9% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 5% |
| Suburb | Fawkner 3060 | Kerang 3579 |
| Council area | Merri-bek | Gannawarra |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.dulum.vic.edu.au | www.kccs.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Kerang Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (45.7 vs 35.4).
- •Darul Ulum College of Victoria has the higher ICSEA (1005 vs 1003), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Kerang Christian College has fewer students per teacher (8.3 vs 13.4).
- •Darul Ulum College of Victoria is the larger school with 1,766 students compared with 121.
- •Darul Ulum College of Victoria has grown faster over five years (49% vs -3%).
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 Darul Ulum College of Victoria better than Kerang Christian College?
On the Success Index, Kerang Christian College ranks higher (45.7 vs 35.4 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 Darul Ulum College of Victoria and Kerang Christian College?
About 239 km in a straight line, between Fawkner and Kerang in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Darul Ulum College of Victoria has 13.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Kerang Christian College has 8.3.
How do Darul Ulum College of Victoria and Kerang Christian College rank in VIC?
Darul Ulum College of Victoria is 207th of 239 and Kerang Christian College is 167th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.