Highview College vs Ozford College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Victoria, 138 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Highview College
Maryborough · Independent high school · 7-12
463 students · ICSEA 1005
Ozford College
Melbourne · Independent high school · 10-12
101 students · ICSEA 1008
| Measure | Highview College Maryborough VIC | Ozford College Melbourne VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 56 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #179 of 348 | #203 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #599 of 1,472 | #697 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 10-12 |
| Students | 463 | 101 |
| Girls / boys | 220 / 243 | 43 / 58 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 92 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 49 | 47 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | 19 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | 0.8% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +12% | +12% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1005 | 1008 |
| ICSEA percentile | 49th | 51th |
| Top SEA quarter | 9% | 14% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 30% | 34% |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 17.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 45.2 | 5.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 24.6 | – |
| Language background other than English | 1% | 100% |
| Indigenous students | 3% | 0% |
| Suburb | Maryborough 3465 | Melbourne 3000 |
| Council area | Central Goldfields | Melbourne |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | www.highview.vic.edu.au/ | www.ozford.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Highview College scores higher on the Success Index (56.2 vs 51.9).
- •Ozford College has the higher ICSEA (1008 vs 1005), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Highview College has fewer students per teacher (10.2 vs 17.7).
- •Highview College is the larger school with 463 students compared with 101.
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 Highview College better than Ozford College?
On the Success Index, Highview College ranks higher (56.2 vs 51.9 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 Highview College and Ozford College?
About 138 km in a straight line, between Maryborough and Melbourne in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Highview College has 10.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Ozford College has 17.7.
How do Highview College and Ozford College rank in VIC?
Highview College is 179th of 348 and Ozford College is 203rd of 348 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.