Merbein P-10 College vs Trinity Lutheran College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 6.4 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Merbein P-10 College
Merbein · Government combined · Prep-10
644 students · ICSEA 944
Trinity Lutheran College
Mildura · Independent combined · Prep-10
505 students · ICSEA 1077
| Measure | Merbein P-10 College Merbein VIC | Trinity Lutheran College Mildura VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 27 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #230 of 239 | #121 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #1148 of 1,259 | #416 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-10 | Prep-10 |
| Students | 644 | 505 |
| Girls / boys | 327 / 317 | 244 / 261 |
| Foundation intake | 39 | 43 |
| Year 7 cohort | 122 | 52 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -19% | +9% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 944 | 1077 |
| ICSEA percentile | 23th | 78th |
| Top SEA quarter | 5% | 34% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 50% | 10% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 13.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 54.2 | 37.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 31.0 | 20.5 |
| Language background other than English | 2% | 41% |
| Indigenous students | 13% | 3% |
| Suburb | Merbein 3505 | Mildura 3500 |
| Council area | Mildura | Mildura |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.merbeinp10.vic.edu.au/ | tlc.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Trinity Lutheran College scores higher on the Success Index (62.5 vs 26.7).
- •Trinity Lutheran College has the higher ICSEA (1077 vs 944), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Merbein P-10 College has fewer students per teacher (11.9 vs 13.5).
- •Merbein P-10 College is the larger school with 644 students compared with 505.
- •Trinity Lutheran College has grown faster over five years (9% vs -19%).
- •Merbein P-10 College is a government school while Trinity Lutheran College is an independent 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 Merbein P-10 College better than Trinity Lutheran College?
On the Success Index, Trinity Lutheran College ranks higher (62.5 vs 26.7 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 Merbein P-10 College and Trinity Lutheran College?
About 6.4 km in a straight line, between Merbein and Mildura in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Merbein P-10 College has 11.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Trinity Lutheran College has 13.5.
How do Merbein P-10 College and Trinity Lutheran College rank in VIC?
Merbein P-10 College is 230th of 239 and Trinity Lutheran College is 121st of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.