Our Lady of Mercy College vs Viewbank College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Victoria, 2.5 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Our Lady of Mercy College
Heidelberg · Catholic high school · 7-12
1,175 students · ICSEA 1111
Viewbank College
Viewbank · Government high school · 7-12
1,427 students · ICSEA 1125
| Measure | Our Lady of Mercy College Heidelberg VIC | Viewbank College Viewbank VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 77 Top 10% | 78 Top 10% |
| State rank (type) | #50 of 348 | #41 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #118 of 1,472 | #91 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Catholic | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 1,175 | 1,427 |
| Girls / boys | 1,175 / 0 | 690 / 737 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 203 | 235 |
| Year 12 cohort | 193 | 208 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 33 | 31 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 10.3% | 9.4% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -2% | 0% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1111 | 1125 |
| ICSEA percentile | 87th | 90th |
| Top SEA quarter | 42% | 49% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 5% | 6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 13.1 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 96.4 | 109.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 43.5 | 26.0 |
| Language background other than English | 27% | 37% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 1% |
| Suburb | Heidelberg 3084 | Viewbank 3084 |
| Council area | Banyule | Banyule |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.olmcheidelberg.catholic.edu.au | viewbank.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Viewbank College scores higher on the Success Index (78.4 vs 76.8).
- •Viewbank College has the higher ICSEA (1125 vs 1111), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Our Lady of Mercy College has fewer students per teacher (12.2 vs 13.1).
- •Viewbank College is the larger school with 1,427 students compared with 1,175.
- •Our Lady of Mercy College is a catholic school while Viewbank 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 Mercy College better than Viewbank College?
On the Success Index, Viewbank College ranks higher (78.4 vs 76.8 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 Our Lady of Mercy College and Viewbank College?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Heidelberg and Viewbank in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Our Lady of Mercy College has 12.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Viewbank College has 13.1.
How do Our Lady of Mercy College and Viewbank College rank in VIC?
Our Lady of Mercy College is 50th of 348 and Viewbank College is 41st of 348 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.