Edinburgh College vs Mount Evelyn Christian School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 2.0 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
Mount Evelyn Christian School
Mount Evelyn · Independent combined · Prep-12
693 students · ICSEA 1059
| Measure | Edinburgh College Lilydale VIC | Mount Evelyn Christian School Mount Evelyn VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 70 Top 25% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #80 of 239 | #130 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #259 of 1,259 | #475 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 590 | 693 |
| Girls / boys | 292 / 298 | 326 / 367 |
| Foundation intake | 44 | 42 |
| Year 7 cohort | 74 | 63 |
| Year 12 cohort | 39 | 50 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 27 | 29 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 2.6% | 5.1% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +51% | +0% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1083 | 1059 |
| ICSEA percentile | 79th | 72th |
| Top SEA quarter | 31% | 27% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 9% | 18% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 10.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 52.5 | 69.5 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 22.9 | 52.7 |
| Language background other than English | 16% | 15% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 1% |
| Suburb | Lilydale 3140 | Mount Evelyn 3796 |
| Council area | Yarra Ranges | Yarra Ranges |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.edinburghcollege.vic.edu.au | www.mecs.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Edinburgh College scores higher on the Success Index (70.2 vs 59.2).
- •Edinburgh College has the higher ICSEA (1083 vs 1059), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Mount Evelyn Christian School has fewer students per teacher (10.0 vs 11.2).
- •Mount Evelyn Christian School is the larger school with 693 students compared with 590.
- •Edinburgh College has grown faster over five years (51% vs 0%).
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 Mount Evelyn Christian School?
On the Success Index, Edinburgh College ranks higher (70.2 vs 59.2 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 Mount Evelyn Christian School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Lilydale and Mount Evelyn in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Edinburgh College has 11.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Mount Evelyn Christian School has 10.0.
How do Edinburgh College and Mount Evelyn Christian School rank in VIC?
Edinburgh College is 80th of 239 and Mount Evelyn Christian School is 130th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.