Eltham College vs Heathdale Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 49 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Eltham College
Research · Independent combined · Prep-12
639 students · ICSEA 1139
Heathdale Christian College
Werribee · Independent combined · Prep-12
2,367 students · ICSEA 1139
| Measure | Eltham College Research VIC | Heathdale Christian College Werribee VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 81 Top 10% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #43 of 239 | #79 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #102 of 1,259 | #251 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 639 | 2,367 |
| Girls / boys | 251 / 388 | 1,201 / 1,166 |
| Foundation intake | 15 | 203 |
| Year 7 cohort | 79 | 221 |
| Year 12 cohort | 78 | 118 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 32 | 31 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 10.2% | 7.4% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +6% | +41% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1139 | 1139 |
| ICSEA percentile | 93th | 93th |
| Top SEA quarter | 55% | 56% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 3% | 4% |
| Students per teacher | 8.5 | 13.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 74.9 | 176.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 53.1 | 117.1 |
| Language background other than English | 27% | 73% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Research 3095 | Werribee 3030 |
| Council area | Nillumbik | Wyndham |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.elthamcollege.vic.edu.au | www.heathdale.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Eltham College scores higher on the Success Index (80.5 vs 70.7).
- •Eltham College has fewer students per teacher (8.5 vs 13.4).
- •Heathdale Christian College is the larger school with 2,367 students compared with 639.
- •Heathdale Christian College has grown faster over five years (41% vs 6%).
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 Eltham College better than Heathdale Christian College?
On the Success Index, Eltham College ranks higher (80.5 vs 70.7 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 Eltham College and Heathdale Christian College?
About 49 km in a straight line, between Research and Werribee in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Eltham College has 8.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Heathdale Christian College has 13.4.
How do Eltham College and Heathdale Christian College rank in VIC?
Eltham College is 43rd of 239 and Heathdale Christian College is 79th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.