Glen Eira College vs University High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Victoria, 12 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Glen Eira College
Caulfield East · Government high school · 7-12
883 students · ICSEA 1117
University High School
Parkville · Government high school · 7-12
1,983 students · ICSEA 1117
| Measure | Glen Eira College Caulfield East VIC | University High School Parkville VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 81 Top 5% | 78 Top 10% |
| State rank (type) | #26 of 348 | #44 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #58 of 1,472 | #98 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 883 | 1,983 |
| Girls / boys | 380 / 503 | 916 / 1,067 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 170 | 340 |
| Year 12 cohort | 125 | 348 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 30 | 31 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 4.8% | 7.8% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +6% | +21% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1117 | 1117 |
| ICSEA percentile | 88th | 88th |
| Top SEA quarter | 47% | 50% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 6% | 9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 12.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 70.3 | 163.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 28.5 | 51.1 |
| Language background other than English | 55% | 68% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 1% |
| Suburb | Caulfield East 3145 | Parkville 3052 |
| Council area | Glen Eira | Melbourne |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.gec.vic.edu.au | www.unihigh.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Glen Eira College scores higher on the Success Index (80.8 vs 77.8).
- •University High School is the larger school with 1,983 students compared with 883.
- •University High School has grown faster over five years (21% vs 6%).
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 Glen Eira College better than University High School?
On the Success Index, Glen Eira College ranks higher (80.8 vs 77.8 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 Glen Eira College and University High School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Caulfield East and Parkville in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Glen Eira College has 12.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and University High School has 12.2.
How do Glen Eira College and University High School rank in VIC?
Glen Eira College is 26th of 348 and University High School is 44th of 348 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.