Elisabeth Murdoch College vs Kensington Community High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Victoria, 47 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Elisabeth Murdoch College
Langwarrin · Government high school · 7-12
1,572 students · ICSEA 1010
Kensington Community High School
Kensington · Government high school · 7-12
95 students · ICSEA 1008
| Measure | Elisabeth Murdoch College Langwarrin VIC | Kensington Community High School Kensington VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 47 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #229 of 348 | #177 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #795 of 1,472 | #594 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 1,572 | 95 |
| Girls / boys | 827 / 745 | 43 / 52 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 282 | 11 |
| Year 12 cohort | 236 | 14 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 30 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 6.6% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -12% | -10% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1010 | 1008 |
| ICSEA percentile | 52th | 50th |
| Top SEA quarter | 9% | 15% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 30% | 32% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 7.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 123.2 | 13.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 41.5 | 17.4 |
| Language background other than English | 5% | 12% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 4% |
| Suburb | Langwarrin 3910 | Kensington 3031 |
| Council area | Frankston | Melbourne |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.emc.vic.edu.au | www.kchs.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Kensington Community High School scores higher on the Success Index (56.4 vs 47.1).
- •Elisabeth Murdoch College has the higher ICSEA (1010 vs 1008), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Kensington Community High School has fewer students per teacher (7.3 vs 12.7).
- •Elisabeth Murdoch College is the larger school with 1,572 students compared with 95.
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 Elisabeth Murdoch College better than Kensington Community High School?
On the Success Index, Kensington Community High School ranks higher (56.4 vs 47.1 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 Elisabeth Murdoch College and Kensington Community High School?
About 47 km in a straight line, between Langwarrin and Kensington in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Elisabeth Murdoch College has 12.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Kensington Community High School has 7.3.
How do Elisabeth Murdoch College and Kensington Community High School rank in VIC?
Elisabeth Murdoch College is 229th of 348 and Kensington Community High School is 177th of 348 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.