Herne Hill Primary School vs Western Heights Secondary College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 798 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Herne Hill Primary School
Hamlyn Heights · Government primary · Prep-6
267 students · ICSEA 1023
Western Heights Secondary College
Hamlyn Heights · Government high school · 7-12
1,060 students · ICSEA 991
| Measure | Herne Hill Primary School Hamlyn Heights VIC | Western Heights Secondary College Hamlyn Heights VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 61 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #624 of 1,290 | #188 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #1830 of 4,908 | #638 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | 7-12 |
| Students | 267 | 1,060 |
| Girls / boys | 136 / 131 | 425 / 635 |
| Foundation intake | 40 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | – | 213 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 108 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | 25 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | 1.2% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +4% | +165% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1023 | 991 |
| ICSEA percentile | 57th | 43th |
| Top SEA quarter | 18% | 9% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 27% | 37% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 12.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 21.1 | 84.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 7.2 | 40.4 |
| Language background other than English | 18% | 10% |
| Indigenous students | 4% | 5% |
| Suburb | Hamlyn Heights 3215 | Hamlyn Heights 3215 |
| Council area | Greater Geelong | Greater Geelong |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.hernehillk6.vic.edu.au | www.whc.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Herne Hill Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (61.1 vs 54.7).
- •Herne Hill Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1023 vs 991), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Western Heights Secondary College is the larger school with 1,060 students compared with 267.
- •Western Heights Secondary College has grown faster over five years (165% vs 4%).
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 Herne Hill Primary School better than Western Heights Secondary College?
On the Success Index, Herne Hill Primary School ranks higher (61.1 vs 54.7 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 Herne Hill Primary School and Western Heights Secondary College?
About 798 m in a straight line, between Hamlyn Heights and Hamlyn Heights in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Herne Hill Primary School has 12.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Western Heights Secondary College has 12.5.
How do Herne Hill Primary School and Western Heights Secondary College rank in VIC?
Herne Hill Primary School is 624th of 1,290 and Western Heights Secondary College is 188th of 348 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.