Narre Warren South P-12 College vs Orbost Community College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 282 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Narre Warren South P-12 College
Narre Warren South · Government combined · Prep-12
2,404 students · ICSEA 918
Orbost Community College
Orbost · Government combined · Prep-12
347 students · ICSEA 918
| Measure | Narre Warren South P-12 College Narre Warren South VIC | Orbost Community College Orbost VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 23 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #237 of 239 | #226 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #1214 of 1,259 | #1103 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 2,404 | 347 |
| Girls / boys | 1,187 / 1,217 | 182 / 165 |
| Foundation intake | 67 | 10 |
| Year 7 cohort | 235 | 35 |
| Year 12 cohort | 326 | 23 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 24 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 1.4% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -2% | -6% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 918 | 918 |
| ICSEA percentile | 14th | 15th |
| Top SEA quarter | 4% | 3% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 64% | 54% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 9.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 212.7 | 35.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 103.1 | 21.0 |
| Language background other than English | 73% | 2% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 18% |
| Suburb | Narre Warren South 3805 | Orbost 3888 |
| Council area | Casey | East Gippsland |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.nwsc.vic.edu.au | orbostcc.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Orbost Community College scores higher on the Success Index (28.8 vs 22.6).
- •Orbost Community College has fewer students per teacher (9.9 vs 11.3).
- •Narre Warren South P-12 College is the larger school with 2,404 students compared with 347.
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 Narre Warren South P-12 College better than Orbost Community College?
On the Success Index, Orbost Community College ranks higher (28.8 vs 22.6 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 Narre Warren South P-12 College and Orbost Community College?
About 282 km in a straight line, between Narre Warren South and Orbost in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Narre Warren South P-12 College has 11.3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Orbost Community College has 9.9.
How do Narre Warren South P-12 College and Orbost Community College rank in VIC?
Narre Warren South P-12 College is 237th of 239 and Orbost Community College is 226th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.