Genazzano FCJ College vs Our Lady of Good Counsel School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 623 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Genazzano FCJ College
Kew · Catholic combined · Prep-12
680 students · ICSEA 1127
Our Lady of Good Counsel School
Deepdene · Catholic primary · Prep-6
144 students · ICSEA 1138
| Measure | Genazzano FCJ College Kew VIC | Our Lady of Good Counsel School Deepdene VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 71 Top 25% | 77 Top 10% |
| State rank (type) | #77 of 239 | #195 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #240 of 1,259 | #379 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Catholic | Catholic |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 680 | 144 |
| Girls / boys | 680 / 0 | 60 / 84 |
| Foundation intake | 15 | 12 |
| Year 7 cohort | 53 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 120 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 35 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 20.4% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -27% | -37% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1127 | 1138 |
| ICSEA percentile | 91th | 93th |
| Top SEA quarter | 51% | 57% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 2% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 7.6 | 9.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 90.0 | 15.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 63.1 | 7.6 |
| Language background other than English | 18% | 33% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Kew 3101 | Deepdene 3103 |
| Council area | Boroondara | Boroondara |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.genazzano.vic.edu.au/ | www.olgcdeepdene.catholic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Our Lady of Good Counsel School scores higher on the Success Index (77.3 vs 71.1).
- •Our Lady of Good Counsel School has the higher ICSEA (1138 vs 1127), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Genazzano FCJ College has fewer students per teacher (7.6 vs 9.3).
- •Genazzano FCJ College is the larger school with 680 students compared with 144.
- •Genazzano FCJ College has grown faster over five years (-27% vs -37%).
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 Genazzano FCJ College better than Our Lady of Good Counsel School?
On the Success Index, Our Lady of Good Counsel School ranks higher (77.3 vs 71.1 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 Genazzano FCJ College and Our Lady of Good Counsel School?
About 623 m in a straight line, between Kew and Deepdene in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Genazzano FCJ College has 7.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Our Lady of Good Counsel School has 9.3.
How do Genazzano FCJ College and Our Lady of Good Counsel School rank in VIC?
Genazzano FCJ College is 77th of 239 and Our Lady of Good Counsel School is 195th of 1,290 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.