Mount Scopus Memorial College vs Presbyterian Ladies' College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 955 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Mount Scopus Memorial College
Burwood · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,170 students · ICSEA 1159
Presbyterian Ladies' College
Burwood · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,530 students · ICSEA 1207
| Measure | Mount Scopus Memorial College Burwood VIC | Presbyterian Ladies' College Burwood VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 75 Top 25% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #65 of 239 | #2 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #188 of 1,259 | #4 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 1,170 | 1,530 |
| Girls / boys | 549 / 621 | 1,529 / 1 |
| Foundation intake | 62 | 66 |
| Year 7 cohort | 94 | 150 |
| Year 12 cohort | 124 | 202 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 36 | 35 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 25.5% | 24.1% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -10% | +4% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1159 | 1207 |
| ICSEA percentile | 96th | 99th |
| Top SEA quarter | 67% | 80% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 1% | 0% |
| Students per teacher | 9.9 | 7.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 117.9 | 199.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 81.4 | 128.7 |
| Language background other than English | 21% | 72% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Burwood 3125 | Burwood 3125 |
| Council area | Whitehorse | Whitehorse |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.scopus.vic.edu.au | www.plc.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Presbyterian Ladies' College scores higher on the Success Index (90.1 vs 74.6).
- •Presbyterian Ladies' College has the higher ICSEA (1207 vs 1159), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Presbyterian Ladies' College has fewer students per teacher (7.7 vs 9.9).
- •Presbyterian Ladies' College is the larger school with 1,530 students compared with 1,170.
- •Presbyterian Ladies' College has grown faster over five years (4% vs -10%).
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 Mount Scopus Memorial College better than Presbyterian Ladies' College?
On the Success Index, Presbyterian Ladies' College ranks higher (90.1 vs 74.6 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 Mount Scopus Memorial College and Presbyterian Ladies' College?
About 955 m in a straight line, between Burwood and Burwood in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Mount Scopus Memorial College has 9.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Presbyterian Ladies' College has 7.7.
How do Mount Scopus Memorial College and Presbyterian Ladies' College rank in VIC?
Mount Scopus Memorial College is 65th of 239 and Presbyterian Ladies' College is 2nd of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.