Laverton P-12 College vs Wedderburn College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 190 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Laverton P-12 College
Laverton · Government combined · Prep-12
678 students · ICSEA 924
Wedderburn College
Wedderburn · Government combined · Prep-12
205 students · ICSEA 926
| Measure | Laverton P-12 College Laverton VIC | Wedderburn College Wedderburn VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 30 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #224 of 239 | #202 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #1068 of 1,259 | #921 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 678 | 205 |
| Girls / boys | 328 / 350 | 103 / 102 |
| Foundation intake | 50 | 12 |
| Year 7 cohort | 66 | 16 |
| Year 12 cohort | 61 | 12 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 23 | 22 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 0.7% | 4.8% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +4% | +19% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 924 | 926 |
| ICSEA percentile | 16th | 17th |
| Top SEA quarter | 3% | 4% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 64% | 60% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 8.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 59.7 | 25.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 39.5 | 19.2 |
| Language background other than English | 76% | 3% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 10% |
| Suburb | Laverton 3028 | Wedderburn 3518 |
| Council area | Hobsons Bay | Loddon |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.lavertonp12college.vic.edu.au/ | www.wedderburn-college.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Wedderburn College scores higher on the Success Index (36.9 vs 30.4).
- •Wedderburn College has the higher ICSEA (926 vs 924), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Wedderburn College has fewer students per teacher (8.0 vs 11.4).
- •Laverton P-12 College is the larger school with 678 students compared with 205.
- •Wedderburn College has grown faster over five years (19% vs 4%).
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 Laverton P-12 College better than Wedderburn College?
On the Success Index, Wedderburn College ranks higher (36.9 vs 30.4 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 Laverton P-12 College and Wedderburn College?
About 190 km in a straight line, between Laverton and Wedderburn in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Laverton P-12 College has 11.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Wedderburn College has 8.0.
How do Laverton P-12 College and Wedderburn College rank in VIC?
Laverton P-12 College is 224th of 239 and Wedderburn College is 202nd of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.