Ilim College vs Mildura Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 456 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Ilim College
Dallas · Independent combined · Prep-12
2,868 students · ICSEA 1024
Mildura Christian College
Irymple · Independent combined · Prep-10
113 students · ICSEA 1018
| Measure | Ilim College Dallas VIC | Mildura Christian College Irymple VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 54 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #146 of 239 | #157 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #564 of 1,259 | #666 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-10 |
| Students | 2,868 | 113 |
| Girls / boys | 1,528 / 1,340 | 60 / 53 |
| Foundation intake | 231 | 10 |
| Year 7 cohort | 235 | 10 |
| Year 12 cohort | 163 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 30 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 9.6% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +15% | +28% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1024 | 1018 |
| ICSEA percentile | 57th | 55th |
| Top SEA quarter | 15% | 14% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 28% | 22% |
| Students per teacher | 9.8 | 12.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 293.6 | 9.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 143.3 | 7.1 |
| Language background other than English | 96% | 48% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 4% |
| Suburb | Dallas 3047 | Irymple 3498 |
| Council area | Hume | Mildura |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.ilimcollege.vic.edu.au | www.milduracc.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Ilim College scores higher on the Success Index (54.1 vs 49.7).
- •Ilim College has the higher ICSEA (1024 vs 1018), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Ilim College has fewer students per teacher (9.8 vs 12.6).
- •Ilim College is the larger school with 2,868 students compared with 113.
- •Mildura Christian College has grown faster over five years (28% vs 15%).
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 Ilim College better than Mildura Christian College?
On the Success Index, Ilim College ranks higher (54.1 vs 49.7 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 Ilim College and Mildura Christian College?
About 456 km in a straight line, between Dallas and Irymple in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Ilim College has 9.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Mildura Christian College has 12.6.
How do Ilim College and Mildura Christian College rank in VIC?
Ilim College is 146th of 239 and Mildura Christian College is 157th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.