Elisabeth Murdoch College vs McClelland Secondary College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Victoria, 3.1 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
McClelland Secondary College
Frankston · Government high school · 7-12
1,089 students · ICSEA 981
| Measure | Elisabeth Murdoch College Langwarrin VIC | McClelland Secondary College Frankston VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 47 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #229 of 348 | #245 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #795 of 1,472 | #851 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 1,572 | 1,089 |
| Girls / boys | 827 / 745 | 508 / 581 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 282 | 222 |
| Year 12 cohort | 236 | 139 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 30 | 28 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 6.6% | 3% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -12% | +8% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1010 | 981 |
| ICSEA percentile | 52th | 38th |
| Top SEA quarter | 9% | 7% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 30% | 42% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 12.1 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 123.2 | 89.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 41.5 | 48.9 |
| Language background other than English | 5% | 13% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 5% |
| Suburb | Langwarrin 3910 | Frankston 3199 |
| Council area | Frankston | Frankston |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.emc.vic.edu.au | www.mcclellandcollege.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Elisabeth Murdoch College scores higher on the Success Index (47.1 vs 44.5).
- •Elisabeth Murdoch College has the higher ICSEA (1010 vs 981), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •McClelland Secondary College has fewer students per teacher (12.1 vs 12.7).
- •Elisabeth Murdoch College is the larger school with 1,572 students compared with 1,089.
- •McClelland Secondary College has grown faster over five years (8% vs -12%).
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 McClelland Secondary College?
On the Success Index, Elisabeth Murdoch College ranks higher (47.1 vs 44.5 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 Elisabeth Murdoch College and McClelland Secondary College?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Langwarrin and Frankston in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Elisabeth Murdoch College has 12.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and McClelland Secondary College has 12.1.
How do Elisabeth Murdoch College and McClelland Secondary College rank in VIC?
Elisabeth Murdoch College is 229th of 348 and McClelland Secondary College is 245th of 348 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.