Iona College Geelong vs Parade College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Victoria, 86 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Iona College Geelong
Charlemont · Catholic high school · 7-12
1,332 students · ICSEA 1078
Parade College
Bundoora · Catholic high school · 7-12
1,968 students · ICSEA 1077
| Measure | Iona College Geelong Charlemont VIC | Parade College Bundoora VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 76 Top 25% | 79 Top 10% |
| State rank (type) | #69 of 348 | #39 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #157 of 1,472 | #89 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Catholic | Catholic |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 1,332 | 1,968 |
| Girls / boys | 630 / 702 | 9 / 1,959 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 305 | 363 |
| Year 12 cohort | 144 | 279 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 28 | 30 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 3.6% | 5.1% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +776% | +2% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1078 | 1077 |
| ICSEA percentile | 78th | 78th |
| Top SEA quarter | 27% | 28% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 9% | 10% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 10.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 101.9 | 189.5 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 76.6 | 95.6 |
| Language background other than English | 4% | 17% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 1% |
| Suburb | Charlemont 3217 | Bundoora 3083 |
| Council area | Greater Geelong | Banyule |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | iona.vic.edu.au/ | www.parade.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Parade College scores higher on the Success Index (78.7 vs 75.5).
- •Iona College Geelong has the higher ICSEA (1078 vs 1077), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Parade College has fewer students per teacher (10.4 vs 13.1).
- •Parade College is the larger school with 1,968 students compared with 1,332.
- •Iona College Geelong has grown faster over five years (776% vs 2%).
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 Iona College Geelong better than Parade College?
On the Success Index, Parade College ranks higher (78.7 vs 75.5 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 Iona College Geelong and Parade College?
About 86 km in a straight line, between Charlemont and Bundoora in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Iona College Geelong has 13.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Parade College has 10.4.
How do Iona College Geelong and Parade College rank in VIC?
Iona College Geelong is 69th of 348 and Parade College is 39th of 348 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.