John Paul College vs Monterey Secondary College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Victoria, 1.1 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
John Paul College
Frankston · Catholic high school · 7-12
1,300 students · ICSEA 1055
Monterey Secondary College
Frankston North · Government high school · 7-12
462 students · ICSEA 927
| Measure | John Paul College Frankston VIC | Monterey Secondary College Frankston North VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 72 Top 25% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #96 of 348 | #296 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #250 of 1,472 | #1013 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Catholic | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 1,300 | 462 |
| Girls / boys | 610 / 690 | 229 / 233 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 251 | 94 |
| Year 12 cohort | 171 | 42 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 29 | 25 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 5.5% | 0% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +40% | +72% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1055 | 927 |
| ICSEA percentile | 70th | 17th |
| Top SEA quarter | 18% | 3% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 14% | 61% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 8.1 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 106.5 | 57.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 71.3 | 42.5 |
| Language background other than English | 9% | 9% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 10% |
| Suburb | Frankston 3199 | Frankston North 3200 |
| Council area | Frankston | Frankston |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.jpc.vic.edu.au | www.monterey.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •John Paul College scores higher on the Success Index (71.5 vs 37.3).
- •John Paul College has the higher ICSEA (1055 vs 927), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Monterey Secondary College has fewer students per teacher (8.1 vs 12.2).
- •John Paul College is the larger school with 1,300 students compared with 462.
- •Monterey Secondary College has grown faster over five years (72% vs 40%).
- •John Paul College is a catholic school while Monterey Secondary College is a government school, so fees and enrolment rules differ.
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 John Paul College better than Monterey Secondary College?
On the Success Index, John Paul College ranks higher (71.5 vs 37.3 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 John Paul College and Monterey Secondary College?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Frankston and Frankston North in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
John Paul College has 12.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Monterey Secondary College has 8.1.
How do John Paul College and Monterey Secondary College rank in VIC?
John Paul College is 96th of 348 and Monterey Secondary College is 296th of 348 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.