Geelong English Language School vs Rushworth P-12 College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 188 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
Rushworth P-12 College
Rushworth · Government combined · Prep-12
171 students · ICSEA 894
| Measure | Geelong English Language School Belmont VIC | Rushworth P-12 College Rushworth VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 25 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #235 of 239 | #225 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #1178 of 1,259 | #1076 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-10 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 95 | 171 |
| Girls / boys | 50 / 45 | 91 / 80 |
| Foundation intake | 14 | 1 |
| Year 7 cohort | 6 | 30 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 15 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | 22 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | 2.1% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | – | +10% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 884 | 894 |
| ICSEA percentile | 8th | 9th |
| Top SEA quarter | 3% | 1% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 69% | 70% |
| Students per teacher | 3.4 | 8.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 28.3 | 20.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 15.0 | 13.9 |
| Language background other than English | 100% | 4% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 13% |
| Suburb | Belmont 3216 | Rushworth 3612 |
| Council area | Greater Geelong | Campaspe |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.gelc.vic.edu.au/ | www.rushworthp-12.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Rushworth P-12 College scores higher on the Success Index (30.1 vs 25.4).
- •Rushworth P-12 College has the higher ICSEA (894 vs 884), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Geelong English Language School has fewer students per teacher (3.4 vs 8.2).
- •Rushworth P-12 College is the larger school with 171 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 Rushworth P-12 College?
On the Success Index, Rushworth P-12 College ranks higher (30.1 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 Rushworth P-12 College?
About 188 km in a straight line, between Belmont and Rushworth in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Geelong English Language School has 3.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Rushworth P-12 College has 8.2.
How do Geelong English Language School and Rushworth P-12 College rank in VIC?
Geelong English Language School is 235th of 239 and Rushworth P-12 College is 225th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.