Geelong English Language School vs Northern Bay P-12 College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 12 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Geelong English Language School
Belmont · Government combined · Prep-10
95 students · ICSEA 884
Northern Bay P-12 College
Corio · Government combined · Prep-12
1,726 students · ICSEA 877
| Measure | Geelong English Language School Belmont VIC | Northern Bay P-12 College Corio VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 25 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #235 of 239 | #231 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #1178 of 1,259 | #1152 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-10 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 95 | 1,726 |
| Girls / boys | 50 / 45 | 832 / 894 |
| Foundation intake | 14 | 130 |
| Year 7 cohort | 6 | 117 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 79 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | 23 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | 1.4% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | – | -6% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 884 | 877 |
| ICSEA percentile | 8th | 7th |
| Top SEA quarter | 3% | 1% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 69% | 76% |
| Students per teacher | 3.4 | 8.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 28.3 | 199.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 15.0 | 160.8 |
| Language background other than English | 100% | 35% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 11% |
| Suburb | Belmont 3216 | Corio 3214 |
| Council area | Greater Geelong | Greater Geelong |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.gelc.vic.edu.au/ | www.nbc.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Northern Bay P-12 College scores higher on the Success Index (26.5 vs 25.4).
- •Geelong English Language School has the higher ICSEA (884 vs 877), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Geelong English Language School has fewer students per teacher (3.4 vs 8.6).
- •Northern Bay P-12 College is the larger school with 1,726 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 Geelong English Language School better than Northern Bay P-12 College?
On the Success Index, Northern Bay P-12 College ranks higher (26.5 vs 25.4 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 Geelong English Language School and Northern Bay P-12 College?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Belmont and Corio in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Geelong English Language School has 3.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Northern Bay P-12 College has 8.6.
How do Geelong English Language School and Northern Bay P-12 College rank in VIC?
Geelong English Language School is 235th of 239 and Northern Bay P-12 College is 231st of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.