Our Lady of the Rosary vs Sacred Heart College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 394 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Our Lady of the Rosary
Kyneton · Catholic primary · Prep-6
286 students · ICSEA 1081
Sacred Heart College
Kyneton · Catholic high school · 7-12
888 students · ICSEA 1070
| Measure | Our Lady of the Rosary Kyneton VIC | Sacred Heart College Kyneton VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 73 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #320 of 1,290 | #106 of 348 |
| National rank (type) | #719 of 4,908 | #294 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Catholic | Catholic |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | 7-12 |
| Students | 286 | 888 |
| Girls / boys | 135 / 151 | 453 / 435 |
| Foundation intake | 30 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | – | 165 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 121 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | 28 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | 2.9% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -5% | +12% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1081 | 1070 |
| ICSEA percentile | 79th | 75th |
| Top SEA quarter | 31% | 27% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 11% | 13% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 12.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 20.7 | 72.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 7.5 | 41.9 |
| Language background other than English | 8% | 3% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 1% |
| Suburb | Kyneton 3444 | Kyneton 3444 |
| Council area | Macedon Ranges | Macedon Ranges |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.olrkyneton.catholic.edu.au | www.shckyneton.catholic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Our Lady of the Rosary scores higher on the Success Index (73.2 vs 69.7).
- •Our Lady of the Rosary has the higher ICSEA (1081 vs 1070), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Sacred Heart College has fewer students per teacher (12.2 vs 13.8).
- •Sacred Heart College is the larger school with 888 students compared with 286.
- •Sacred Heart College has grown faster over five years (12% vs -5%).
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 the Rosary better than Sacred Heart College?
On the Success Index, Our Lady of the Rosary ranks higher (73.2 vs 69.7 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 the Rosary and Sacred Heart College?
About 394 m in a straight line, between Kyneton and Kyneton in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Our Lady of the Rosary has 13.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Sacred Heart College has 12.2.
How do Our Lady of the Rosary and Sacred Heart College rank in VIC?
Our Lady of the Rosary is 320th of 1,290 and Sacred Heart College is 106th of 348 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.