East Preston Islamic College vs Henderson College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 468 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
East Preston Islamic College
Preston · Independent combined · Prep-12
733 students · ICSEA 976
Henderson College
Irymple · Independent combined · Prep-10
229 students · ICSEA 981
| Measure | East Preston Islamic College Preston VIC | Henderson College Irymple VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 32 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #221 of 239 | #191 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #1037 of 1,259 | #874 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-10 |
| Students | 733 | 229 |
| Girls / boys | 373 / 360 | 117 / 112 |
| Foundation intake | 71 | 27 |
| Year 7 cohort | 60 | 31 |
| Year 12 cohort | 15 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 25 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 4.6% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -2% | +17% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 976 | 981 |
| ICSEA percentile | 36th | 38th |
| Top SEA quarter | 6% | 7% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 46% | 38% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 11.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 62.4 | 20.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 57.5 | 10.8 |
| Language background other than English | 96% | 44% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 4% |
| Suburb | Preston 3072 | Irymple 3498 |
| Council area | Darebin | Mildura |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.epic.vic.edu.au | henderson.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Henderson College scores higher on the Success Index (39.4 vs 31.5).
- •Henderson College has the higher ICSEA (981 vs 976), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •East Preston Islamic College is the larger school with 733 students compared with 229.
- •Henderson College has grown faster over five years (17% vs -2%).
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 East Preston Islamic College better than Henderson College?
On the Success Index, Henderson College ranks higher (39.4 vs 31.5 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 East Preston Islamic College and Henderson College?
About 468 km in a straight line, between Preston and Irymple in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
East Preston Islamic College has 11.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Henderson College has 11.4.
How do East Preston Islamic College and Henderson College rank in VIC?
East Preston Islamic College is 221st of 239 and Henderson College is 191st of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.