De La Salle College vs Genazzano FCJ College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 5.8 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
De La Salle College
Malvern · Catholic combined · 6-12
890 students · ICSEA 1131
Genazzano FCJ College
Kew · Catholic combined · Prep-12
680 students · ICSEA 1127
| Measure | De La Salle College Malvern VIC | Genazzano FCJ College Kew VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 74 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #69 of 239 | #77 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #196 of 1,259 | #240 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Catholic | Catholic |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | 6-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 890 | 680 |
| Girls / boys | 0 / 890 | 680 / 0 |
| Foundation intake | – | 15 |
| Year 7 cohort | 137 | 53 |
| Year 12 cohort | 151 | 120 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 32 | 35 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 9.6% | 20.4% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -15% | -27% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1131 | 1127 |
| ICSEA percentile | 91th | 91th |
| Top SEA quarter | 53% | 51% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 3% | 2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 7.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 85.2 | 90.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 50.8 | 63.1 |
| Language background other than English | 9% | 18% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Malvern 3144 | Kew 3101 |
| Council area | Stonnington | Boroondara |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.delasalle.vic.edu.au | www.genazzano.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •De La Salle College scores higher on the Success Index (73.9 vs 71.1).
- •De La Salle College has the higher ICSEA (1131 vs 1127), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Genazzano FCJ College has fewer students per teacher (7.6 vs 10.4).
- •De La Salle College is the larger school with 890 students compared with 680.
- •De La Salle College has grown faster over five years (-15% vs -27%).
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 De La Salle College better than Genazzano FCJ College?
On the Success Index, De La Salle College ranks higher (73.9 vs 71.1 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 De La Salle College and Genazzano FCJ College?
About 5.8 km in a straight line, between Malvern and Kew in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
De La Salle College has 10.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Genazzano FCJ College has 7.6.
How do De La Salle College and Genazzano FCJ College rank in VIC?
De La Salle College is 69th of 239 and Genazzano FCJ College is 77th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.