Gilson College vs Yeshivah College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 26 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Gilson College
Taylors Hill · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,102 students · ICSEA 1073
Yeshivah College
St Kilda East · Independent combined · Prep-12
362 students · ICSEA 1073
| Measure | Gilson College Taylors Hill VIC | Yeshivah College St Kilda East VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 57 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #136 of 239 | #131 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #514 of 1,259 | #476 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 1,102 | 362 |
| Girls / boys | 537 / 565 | 0 / 362 |
| Foundation intake | 74 | 29 |
| Year 7 cohort | 105 | 23 |
| Year 12 cohort | 85 | 18 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 27 | 34 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 1.9% | 19.2% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -14% | -14% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1073 | 1073 |
| ICSEA percentile | 76th | 76th |
| Top SEA quarter | 29% | 27% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 14% | 13% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 9.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 87.4 | 40.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 49.9 | 54.6 |
| Language background other than English | 59% | 16% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Taylors Hill 3037 | St Kilda East 3183 |
| Council area | Melton | Glen Eira |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.gilson.vic.edu.au | www.ybr.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Yeshivah College scores higher on the Success Index (59.1 vs 56.6).
- •Yeshivah College has fewer students per teacher (9.0 vs 12.6).
- •Gilson College is the larger school with 1,102 students compared with 362.
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 Gilson College better than Yeshivah College?
On the Success Index, Yeshivah College ranks higher (59.1 vs 56.6 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 Gilson College and Yeshivah College?
About 26 km in a straight line, between Taylors Hill and St Kilda East in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Gilson College has 12.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Yeshivah College has 9.0.
How do Gilson College and Yeshivah College rank in VIC?
Gilson College is 136th of 239 and Yeshivah College is 131st of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.