Kerang Christian College vs Minaret College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 269 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Kerang Christian College
Kerang · Independent combined · Prep-12
121 students · ICSEA 1003
Minaret College
Springvale · Independent combined · Prep-12
2,929 students · ICSEA 998
| Measure | Kerang Christian College Kerang VIC | Minaret College Springvale VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 46 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #167 of 239 | #149 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #746 of 1,259 | #605 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 121 | 2,929 |
| Girls / boys | 64 / 57 | 1,574 / 1,355 |
| Foundation intake | 7 | 236 |
| Year 7 cohort | 16 | 227 |
| Year 12 cohort | 10 | 175 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 24 | 27 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 2.6% | 3.5% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -3% | +44% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1003 | 998 |
| ICSEA percentile | 48th | 46th |
| Top SEA quarter | 12% | 16% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 32% | 38% |
| Students per teacher | 8.3 | 10.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 14.5 | 285.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 7.0 | 90.6 |
| Language background other than English | 9% | 93% |
| Indigenous students | 5% | 0% |
| Suburb | Kerang 3579 | Springvale 3171 |
| Council area | Gannawarra | Greater Dandenong |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | www.kccs.vic.edu.au | www.minaret.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Minaret College scores higher on the Success Index (52.3 vs 45.7).
- •Kerang Christian College has the higher ICSEA (1003 vs 998), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Kerang Christian College has fewer students per teacher (8.3 vs 10.2).
- •Minaret College is the larger school with 2,929 students compared with 121.
- •Minaret College has grown faster over five years (44% vs -3%).
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 Kerang Christian College better than Minaret College?
On the Success Index, Minaret College ranks higher (52.3 vs 45.7 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 Kerang Christian College and Minaret College?
About 269 km in a straight line, between Kerang and Springvale in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Kerang Christian College has 8.3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Minaret College has 10.2.
How do Kerang Christian College and Minaret College rank in VIC?
Kerang Christian College is 167th of 239 and Minaret College is 149th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.