Henderson College vs Mildura Senior College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 3.0 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Henderson College
Irymple · Independent combined · Prep-10
229 students · ICSEA 981
Mildura Senior College
Mildura · Government high school · Prep-12
1,027 students · ICSEA 977
| Measure | Henderson College Irymple VIC | Mildura Senior College Mildura VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 39 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #191 of 239 | #269 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #874 of 1,259 | #932 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Secondary |
| Year range | Prep-10 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 229 | 1,027 |
| Girls / boys | 117 / 112 | 531 / 496 |
| Foundation intake | 27 | 9 |
| Year 7 cohort | 31 | 4 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 449 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | 26 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | 1.7% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +17% | +10% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 981 | 977 |
| ICSEA percentile | 38th | 36th |
| Top SEA quarter | 7% | 10% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 38% | 37% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 13.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 20.0 | 77.5 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 10.8 | 46.7 |
| Language background other than English | 44% | 15% |
| Indigenous students | 4% | 9% |
| Suburb | Irymple 3498 | Mildura 3502 |
| Council area | Mildura | Mildura |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Outer Regional |
| Website | henderson.vic.edu.au/ | www.milsen.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Mildura Senior College scores higher on the Success Index (41.0 vs 39.4).
- •Henderson College has the higher ICSEA (981 vs 977), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Henderson College has fewer students per teacher (11.4 vs 13.2).
- •Mildura Senior College is the larger school with 1,027 students compared with 229.
- •Henderson College has grown faster over five years (17% vs 10%).
- •Henderson College is a independent school while Mildura Senior College is a government school, so fees and enrolment rules differ.
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 Henderson College better than Mildura Senior College?
On the Success Index, Mildura Senior College ranks higher (41.0 vs 39.4 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 Henderson College and Mildura Senior College?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Irymple and Mildura in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Henderson College has 11.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Mildura Senior College has 13.2.
How do Henderson College and Mildura Senior College rank in VIC?
Henderson College is 191st of 239 and Mildura Senior College is 269th of 348 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.