Edenbrook Secondary College vs Lakeside College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 2.0 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Edenbrook Secondary College
Pakenham · Government high school · 7-11
614 students · ICSEA 1002
Lakeside College
Pakenham · Independent combined · Prep-12
647 students · ICSEA 1034
| Measure | Edenbrook Secondary College Pakenham VIC | Lakeside College Pakenham VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 43 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #255 of 348 | #148 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #894 of 1,472 | #604 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Combined |
| Year range | 7-11 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 614 | 647 |
| Girls / boys | 315 / 299 | 353 / 294 |
| Foundation intake | – | 48 |
| Year 7 cohort | 136 | 74 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 38 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 27 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 11.8% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | – | +59% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1002 | 1034 |
| ICSEA percentile | 48th | 62th |
| Top SEA quarter | 9% | 20% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 35% | 23% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 12.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 44.7 | 50.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 21.6 | 17.7 |
| Language background other than English | 32% | 47% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 4% |
| Suburb | Pakenham 3810 | Pakenham 3810 |
| Council area | Cardinia | Cardinia |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | edenbrooksc.vic.edu.au | www.lakeside.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Lakeside College scores higher on the Success Index (52.3 vs 42.6).
- •Lakeside College has the higher ICSEA (1034 vs 1002), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Lakeside College has fewer students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.7).
- •Lakeside College is the larger school with 647 students compared with 614.
- •Edenbrook Secondary College is a government school while Lakeside College 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 Edenbrook Secondary College better than Lakeside College?
On the Success Index, Lakeside College ranks higher (52.3 vs 42.6 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 Edenbrook Secondary College and Lakeside College?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Pakenham and Pakenham in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Edenbrook Secondary College has 13.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Lakeside College has 12.9.
How do Edenbrook Secondary College and Lakeside College rank in VIC?
Edenbrook Secondary College is 255th of 348 and Lakeside College is 148th of 239 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.