Patterson River Secondary College vs Seaford Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 2.4 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Patterson River Secondary College
Seaford · Government high school · 7-12
1,268 students · ICSEA 1015
Seaford Primary School
Seaford · Government primary · Prep-6
230 students · ICSEA 1030
| Measure | Patterson River Secondary College Seaford VIC | Seaford Primary School Seaford VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 57 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #171 of 348 | #560 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #584 of 1,472 | #1573 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | 7-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 1,268 | 230 |
| Girls / boys | 560 / 708 | 98 / 132 |
| Foundation intake | – | 46 |
| Year 7 cohort | 254 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 156 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | 27 | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | 2.3% | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +11% | +52% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1015 | 1030 |
| ICSEA percentile | 54th | 60th |
| Top SEA quarter | 12% | 19% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 29% | 27% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 14.1 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 98.8 | 16.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 42.6 | 21.7 |
| Language background other than English | 13% | 14% |
| Indigenous students | 3% | 2% |
| Suburb | Seaford 3198 | Seaford 3198 |
| Council area | Frankston | Frankston |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.prsc.vic.edu.au | www.seafordps.vic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Seaford Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (63.8 vs 56.9).
- •Seaford Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1030 vs 1015), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Patterson River Secondary College has fewer students per teacher (12.8 vs 14.1).
- •Patterson River Secondary College is the larger school with 1,268 students compared with 230.
- •Seaford Primary School has grown faster over five years (52% vs 11%).
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 Patterson River Secondary College better than Seaford Primary School?
On the Success Index, Seaford Primary School ranks higher (63.8 vs 56.9 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 Patterson River Secondary College and Seaford Primary School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Seaford and Seaford in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Patterson River Secondary College has 12.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Seaford Primary School has 14.1.
How do Patterson River Secondary College and Seaford Primary School rank in VIC?
Patterson River Secondary College is 171st of 348 and Seaford Primary School is 560th of 1,290 among secondary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.