Edinburgh College vs King's College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 257 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Edinburgh College
Lilydale · Independent combined · Prep-12
590 students · ICSEA 1083
King's College
Warrnambool · Independent combined · Prep-12
276 students · ICSEA 1083
| Measure | Edinburgh College Lilydale VIC | King's College Warrnambool VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 70 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #80 of 239 | #66 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #259 of 1,259 | #189 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 590 | 276 |
| Girls / boys | 292 / 298 | 130 / 146 |
| Foundation intake | 44 | 20 |
| Year 7 cohort | 74 | 22 |
| Year 12 cohort | 39 | 19 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 27 | 29 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 2.6% | 3.9% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +51% | +39% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1083 | 1083 |
| ICSEA percentile | 79th | 79th |
| Top SEA quarter | 31% | 35% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 9% | 9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 9.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 52.5 | 28.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 22.9 | 20.9 |
| Language background other than English | 16% | 18% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 3% |
| Suburb | Lilydale 3140 | Warrnambool 3280 |
| Council area | Yarra Ranges | Warrnambool |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.edinburghcollege.vic.edu.au | www.kings.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •King's College scores higher on the Success Index (74.5 vs 70.2).
- •King's College has fewer students per teacher (9.7 vs 11.2).
- •Edinburgh College is the larger school with 590 students compared with 276.
- •Edinburgh College has grown faster over five years (51% vs 39%).
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 Edinburgh College better than King's College?
On the Success Index, King's College ranks higher (74.5 vs 70.2 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 Edinburgh College and King's College?
About 257 km in a straight line, between Lilydale and Warrnambool in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Edinburgh College has 11.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and King's College has 9.7.
How do Edinburgh College and King's College rank in VIC?
Edinburgh College is 80th of 239 and King's College is 66th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.