Lorne P-12 College vs Truganina P-9 College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 102 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Lorne P-12 College
Lorne · Government combined · Prep-12
167 students · ICSEA 1038
Truganina P-9 College
Truganina · Government combined · Prep-9
1,933 students · ICSEA 1039
| Measure | Lorne P-12 College Lorne VIC | Truganina P-9 College Truganina VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 56 Top 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #138 of 239 | #173 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #529 of 1,259 | #780 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-9 |
| Students | 167 | 1,933 |
| Girls / boys | 78 / 89 | 921 / 1,012 |
| Foundation intake | 10 | 167 |
| Year 7 cohort | 19 | 180 |
| Year 12 cohort | 9 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 29 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 6.1% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -8% | -1% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1038 | 1039 |
| ICSEA percentile | 63th | 64th |
| Top SEA quarter | 20% | 18% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 23% | 22% |
| Students per teacher | 7.3 | 13.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 22.8 | 146.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 10.8 | 50.4 |
| Language background other than English | 6% | 90% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 1% |
| Suburb | Lorne 3232 | Truganina 3029 |
| Council area | Surf Coast | Wyndham |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | www.lornep12.vic.edu.au/ | truganinap9.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Lorne P-12 College scores higher on the Success Index (56.3 vs 44.4).
- •Truganina P-9 College has the higher ICSEA (1039 vs 1038), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Lorne P-12 College has fewer students per teacher (7.3 vs 13.2).
- •Truganina P-9 College is the larger school with 1,933 students compared with 167.
- •Truganina P-9 College has grown faster over five years (-1% vs -8%).
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 Lorne P-12 College better than Truganina P-9 College?
On the Success Index, Lorne P-12 College ranks higher (56.3 vs 44.4 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 Lorne P-12 College and Truganina P-9 College?
About 102 km in a straight line, between Lorne and Truganina in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Lorne P-12 College has 7.3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Truganina P-9 College has 13.2.
How do Lorne P-12 College and Truganina P-9 College rank in VIC?
Lorne P-12 College is 138th of 239 and Truganina P-9 College is 173rd of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.