Emmanuel College Warrnambool vs Merrivale Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 2.0 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Emmanuel College Warrnambool
Warrnambool · Catholic high school · 7-12
1,340 students · ICSEA 1064
Merrivale Primary School
Warrnambool · Government primary · Prep-6
184 students · ICSEA 1018
| Measure | Emmanuel College Warrnambool Warrnambool VIC | Merrivale Primary School Warrnambool VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 72 Top 25% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #91 of 348 | #801 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #233 of 1,472 | #2407 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Catholic | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | 7-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 1,340 | 184 |
| Girls / boys | 655 / 685 | 92 / 92 |
| Foundation intake | – | 23 |
| Year 7 cohort | 255 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 190 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +12% | -17% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1064 | 1018 |
| ICSEA percentile | 73th | 55th |
| Top SEA quarter | 24% | 15% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 13% | 27% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 13.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 108.2 | 13.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 55.9 | 5.8 |
| Language background other than English | 7% | 7% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 4% |
| Suburb | Warrnambool 3280 | Warrnambool 3280 |
| Council area | Warrnambool | Warrnambool |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.emmanuel.vic.edu.au/ | www.vrqa.vic.gov.au/StateRegister/Provider.aspx/DetailsProvider?AccountID=174b5524-ed32-de11-9c94-002185cd8e5c |
The verdict
- •Emmanuel College Warrnambool scores higher on the Success Index (72.1 vs 54.0).
- •Emmanuel College Warrnambool has the higher ICSEA (1064 vs 1018), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Emmanuel College Warrnambool has fewer students per teacher (12.3 vs 13.7).
- •Emmanuel College Warrnambool is the larger school with 1,340 students compared with 184.
- •Emmanuel College Warrnambool has grown faster over five years (12% vs -17%).
- •Emmanuel College Warrnambool is a catholic school while Merrivale Primary School is a government school, so fees and enrolment rules differ.
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 Emmanuel College Warrnambool better than Merrivale Primary School?
On the Success Index, Emmanuel College Warrnambool ranks higher (72.1 vs 54.0 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 Emmanuel College Warrnambool and Merrivale Primary School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Warrnambool and Warrnambool in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Emmanuel College Warrnambool has 12.3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Merrivale Primary School has 13.7.
How do Emmanuel College Warrnambool and Merrivale Primary School rank in VIC?
Emmanuel College Warrnambool is 91st of 348 and Merrivale Primary School is 801st of 1,290 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.