Northern Bay P-12 College vs Rushworth P-12 College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 176 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Northern Bay P-12 College
Corio · Government combined · Prep-12
1,726 students · ICSEA 877
Rushworth P-12 College
Rushworth · Government combined · Prep-12
171 students · ICSEA 894
| Measure | Northern Bay P-12 College Corio VIC | Rushworth P-12 College Rushworth VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 27 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #231 of 239 | #225 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #1152 of 1,259 | #1076 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 1,726 | 171 |
| Girls / boys | 832 / 894 | 91 / 80 |
| Foundation intake | 130 | 1 |
| Year 7 cohort | 117 | 30 |
| Year 12 cohort | 79 | 15 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 23 | 22 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 1.4% | 2.1% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -6% | +10% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 877 | 894 |
| ICSEA percentile | 7th | 9th |
| Top SEA quarter | 1% | 1% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 76% | 70% |
| Students per teacher | 8.6 | 8.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 199.9 | 20.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 160.8 | 13.9 |
| Language background other than English | 35% | 4% |
| Indigenous students | 11% | 13% |
| Suburb | Corio 3214 | Rushworth 3612 |
| Council area | Greater Geelong | Campaspe |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.nbc.vic.edu.au/ | www.rushworthp-12.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Rushworth P-12 College scores higher on the Success Index (30.1 vs 26.5).
- •Rushworth P-12 College has the higher ICSEA (894 vs 877), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Northern Bay P-12 College is the larger school with 1,726 students compared with 171.
- •Rushworth P-12 College has grown faster over five years (10% vs -6%).
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 Northern Bay P-12 College better than Rushworth P-12 College?
On the Success Index, Rushworth P-12 College ranks higher (30.1 vs 26.5 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 Northern Bay P-12 College and Rushworth P-12 College?
About 176 km in a straight line, between Corio and Rushworth in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Northern Bay P-12 College has 8.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Rushworth P-12 College has 8.2.
How do Northern Bay P-12 College and Rushworth P-12 College rank in VIC?
Northern Bay P-12 College is 231st of 239 and Rushworth P-12 College is 225th of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.