Marymede Catholic College vs The Lakes South Morang College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 1.6 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Marymede Catholic College
South Morang · Catholic combined · Prep-12
2,467 students · ICSEA 1069
The Lakes South Morang College
South Morang · Government combined · Prep-12
688 students · ICSEA 1004
| Measure | Marymede Catholic College South Morang VIC | The Lakes South Morang College South Morang VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 57 Top 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #137 of 239 | #199 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #515 of 1,259 | #911 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Catholic | Government |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 2,467 | 688 |
| Girls / boys | 1,267 / 1,200 | 312 / 376 |
| Foundation intake | 121 | 41 |
| Year 7 cohort | 384 | 64 |
| Year 12 cohort | 174 | 41 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 29 | 27 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 4.7% | 2.3% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +29% | -9% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1069 | 1004 |
| ICSEA percentile | 75th | 49th |
| Top SEA quarter | 25% | 11% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 11% | 33% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 12.8 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 176.6 | 53.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 97.4 | 20.1 |
| Language background other than English | 19% | 46% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 4% |
| Suburb | South Morang 3752 | South Morang 3752 |
| Council area | Whittlesea | Whittlesea |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.marymede.vic.edu.au | www.thelakes.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Marymede Catholic College scores higher on the Success Index (56.6 vs 37.3).
- •Marymede Catholic College has the higher ICSEA (1069 vs 1004), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •The Lakes South Morang College has fewer students per teacher (12.8 vs 14.0).
- •Marymede Catholic College is the larger school with 2,467 students compared with 688.
- •Marymede Catholic College has grown faster over five years (29% vs -9%).
- •Marymede Catholic College is a catholic school while The Lakes South Morang 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 Marymede Catholic College better than The Lakes South Morang College?
On the Success Index, Marymede Catholic College ranks higher (56.6 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 Marymede Catholic College and The Lakes South Morang College?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between South Morang and South Morang in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Marymede Catholic College has 14.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and The Lakes South Morang College has 12.8.
How do Marymede Catholic College and The Lakes South Morang College rank in VIC?
Marymede Catholic College is 137th of 239 and The Lakes South Morang College is 199th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.