St Brigid's School vs Trinity Catholic School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 52 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
St Brigid's School
Gisborne · Catholic primary · Prep-6
216 students · ICSEA 1065
Trinity Catholic School
Richmond · Catholic primary · Prep-6
213 students · ICSEA 1065
| Measure | St Brigid's School Gisborne VIC | Trinity Catholic School Richmond VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 70 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #419 of 1,290 | #284 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | #1050 of 4,908 | #611 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Catholic | Catholic |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 216 | 213 |
| Girls / boys | 103 / 113 | 108 / 105 |
| Foundation intake | 42 | 39 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +24% | +9% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1065 | 1065 |
| ICSEA percentile | 74th | 74th |
| Top SEA quarter | 23% | 27% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 12% | 17% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 11.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 18.9 | 18.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 10.1 | 8.1 |
| Language background other than English | 7% | 60% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 1% |
| Suburb | Gisborne 3437 | Richmond 3121 |
| Council area | Macedon Ranges | Yarra |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | www.sbgisborne.catholic.edu.au | www.tcs.catholic.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Trinity Catholic School scores higher on the Success Index (74.2 vs 69.6).
- •St Brigid's School is the larger school with 216 students compared with 213.
- •St Brigid's School has grown faster over five years (24% vs 9%).
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 St Brigid's School better than Trinity Catholic School?
On the Success Index, Trinity Catholic School ranks higher (74.2 vs 69.6 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 St Brigid's School and Trinity Catholic School?
About 52 km in a straight line, between Gisborne and Richmond in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
St Brigid's School has 11.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Trinity Catholic School has 11.6.
How do St Brigid's School and Trinity Catholic School rank in VIC?
St Brigid's School is 419th of 1,290 and Trinity Catholic School is 284th of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.