Hillcrest Christian College vs The Hamilton and Alexandra College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 295 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Hillcrest Christian College
Clyde North · Independent combined · Prep-12
2,231 students · ICSEA 1106
The Hamilton and Alexandra College
Hamilton · Independent combined · Prep-12
409 students · ICSEA 1107
| Measure | Hillcrest Christian College Clyde North VIC | The Hamilton and Alexandra College Hamilton VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 67 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #95 of 239 | #71 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #326 of 1,259 | #207 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 2,231 | 409 |
| Girls / boys | 1,139 / 1,092 | 220 / 189 |
| Foundation intake | 155 | 11 |
| Year 7 cohort | 219 | 47 |
| Year 12 cohort | 139 | 63 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 29 | 30 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 6.1% | 6.4% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +29% | -13% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1106 | 1107 |
| ICSEA percentile | 86th | 86th |
| Top SEA quarter | 40% | 43% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 5% | 4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 9.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 161.9 | 42.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 126.2 | 21.8 |
| Language background other than English | 55% | 3% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 1% |
| Suburb | Clyde North 3978 | Hamilton 3300 |
| Council area | Casey | Southern Grampians |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.hillcrest.vic.edu.au | www.hamiltoncollege.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •The Hamilton and Alexandra College scores higher on the Success Index (73.4 vs 67.0).
- •The Hamilton and Alexandra College has the higher ICSEA (1107 vs 1106), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •The Hamilton and Alexandra College has fewer students per teacher (9.6 vs 13.8).
- •Hillcrest Christian College is the larger school with 2,231 students compared with 409.
- •Hillcrest Christian College has grown faster over five years (29% vs -13%).
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 Hillcrest Christian College better than The Hamilton and Alexandra College?
On the Success Index, The Hamilton and Alexandra College ranks higher (73.4 vs 67.0 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 Hillcrest Christian College and The Hamilton and Alexandra College?
About 295 km in a straight line, between Clyde North and Hamilton in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Hillcrest Christian College has 13.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and The Hamilton and Alexandra College has 9.6.
How do Hillcrest Christian College and The Hamilton and Alexandra College rank in VIC?
Hillcrest Christian College is 95th of 239 and The Hamilton and Alexandra College is 71st of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.