Our Lady of Fatima School vs Rosebud Secondary College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 972 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Our Lady of Fatima School
Rosebud · Catholic primary · Prep-6
172 students · ICSEA 999
Rosebud Secondary College
Rosebud · Government high school · 7-12
965 students · ICSEA 989
| Measure | Our Lady of Fatima School Rosebud VIC | Rosebud Secondary College Rosebud VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 45 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #985 of 1,290 | #235 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #3084 of 4,908 | #813 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Catholic | Government |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | 7-12 |
| Students | 172 | 965 |
| Girls / boys | 86 / 86 | 473 / 492 |
| Foundation intake | 17 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | – | 202 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 121 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | 26 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | 3% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -21% | +13% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 999 | 989 |
| ICSEA percentile | 46th | 42th |
| Top SEA quarter | 9% | 7% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 37% | 40% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 11.8 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 15.4 | 81.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 9.0 | 42.0 |
| Language background other than English | 15% | 6% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 2% |
| Suburb | Rosebud 3939 | Rosebud 3939 |
| Council area | Mornington Peninsula | Mornington Peninsula |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.fatimarosebud.catholic.edu.au | www.rsc.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Rosebud Secondary College scores higher on the Success Index (46.4 vs 45.0).
- •Our Lady of Fatima School has the higher ICSEA (999 vs 989), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Our Lady of Fatima School has fewer students per teacher (11.1 vs 11.8).
- •Rosebud Secondary College is the larger school with 965 students compared with 172.
- •Rosebud Secondary College has grown faster over five years (13% vs -21%).
- •Our Lady of Fatima School is a catholic school while Rosebud Secondary College is a government 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 Our Lady of Fatima School better than Rosebud Secondary College?
On the Success Index, Rosebud Secondary College ranks higher (46.4 vs 45.0 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 Our Lady of Fatima School and Rosebud Secondary College?
About 972 m in a straight line, between Rosebud and Rosebud in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Our Lady of Fatima School has 11.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Rosebud Secondary College has 11.8.
How do Our Lady of Fatima School and Rosebud Secondary College rank in VIC?
Our Lady of Fatima School is 985th of 1,290 and Rosebud Secondary College is 235th of 348 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.