Murtoa College vs Ouyen P-12 College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 174 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Murtoa College
Murtoa · Government combined · Prep-12
255 students · ICSEA 959
Ouyen P-12 College
Ouyen · Government combined · Prep-12
196 students · ICSEA 956
| Measure | Murtoa College Murtoa VIC | Ouyen P-12 College Ouyen VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 34 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #213 of 239 | #201 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #987 of 1,259 | #918 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 255 | 196 |
| Girls / boys | 122 / 133 | 99 / 97 |
| Foundation intake | 8 | 17 |
| Year 7 cohort | 21 | 11 |
| Year 12 cohort | 21 | 10 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 31 | 30 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 0% | 4% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -7% | -8% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 959 | 956 |
| ICSEA percentile | 28th | 27th |
| Top SEA quarter | 4% | 6% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 46% | 47% |
| Students per teacher | 9.1 | 7.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 28.0 | 26.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 17.7 | 12.9 |
| Language background other than English | 5% | 3% |
| Indigenous students | 4% | 6% |
| Suburb | Murtoa 3390 | Ouyen 3490 |
| Council area | Yarriambiack | Mildura |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.murtoasc.vic.edu.au | ouyenp12college.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Ouyen P-12 College scores higher on the Success Index (37.0 vs 33.8).
- •Murtoa College has the higher ICSEA (959 vs 956), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Ouyen P-12 College has fewer students per teacher (7.5 vs 9.1).
- •Murtoa College is the larger school with 255 students compared with 196.
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 Murtoa College better than Ouyen P-12 College?
On the Success Index, Ouyen P-12 College ranks higher (37.0 vs 33.8 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 Murtoa College and Ouyen P-12 College?
About 174 km in a straight line, between Murtoa and Ouyen in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Murtoa College has 9.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Ouyen P-12 College has 7.5.
How do Murtoa College and Ouyen P-12 College rank in VIC?
Murtoa College is 213th of 239 and Ouyen P-12 College is 201st of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.