Geelong Grammar School vs Girton Grammar School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 145 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Geelong Grammar School
Corio · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,422 students · ICSEA 1149
Girton Grammar School
Bendigo · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,195 students · ICSEA 1148
| Measure | Geelong Grammar School Corio VIC | Girton Grammar School Bendigo VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 79 Top 10% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #51 of 239 | #72 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #131 of 1,259 | #220 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 1,422 | 1,195 |
| Girls / boys | 614 / 808 | 586 / 609 |
| Foundation intake | 49 | 55 |
| Year 7 cohort | 86 | 149 |
| Year 12 cohort | 211 | 90 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 32 | 33 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 10.6% | 16.1% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +0% | +12% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1149 | 1148 |
| ICSEA percentile | 95th | 95th |
| Top SEA quarter | 62% | 60% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 2% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 8.0 | 12.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 178.2 | 93.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 176.8 | 65.5 |
| Language background other than English | 36% | 23% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 1% |
| Suburb | Corio 3214 | Bendigo 3550 |
| Council area | Greater Geelong | Greater Bendigo |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.ggs.vic.edu.au | www.girton.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Geelong Grammar School scores higher on the Success Index (78.5 vs 72.1).
- •Geelong Grammar School has the higher ICSEA (1149 vs 1148), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Geelong Grammar School has fewer students per teacher (8.0 vs 12.7).
- •Geelong Grammar School is the larger school with 1,422 students compared with 1,195.
- •Girton Grammar School has grown faster over five years (12% vs 0%).
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 Grammar School better than Girton Grammar School?
On the Success Index, Geelong Grammar School ranks higher (78.5 vs 72.1 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 Grammar School and Girton Grammar School?
About 145 km in a straight line, between Corio and Bendigo in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Geelong Grammar School has 8.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Girton Grammar School has 12.7.
How do Geelong Grammar School and Girton Grammar School rank in VIC?
Geelong Grammar School is 51st of 239 and Girton Grammar School is 72nd of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.