St Francis of the Fields School vs Victory Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Victoria, 4.9 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
St Francis of the Fields School
Strathfieldsaye · Catholic primary · Prep-6
614 students · ICSEA 1093
Victory Christian College
Strathdale · Independent combined · Prep-12
900 students · ICSEA 1077
| Measure | St Francis of the Fields School Strathfieldsaye VIC | Victory Christian College Strathdale VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 72 Top 25% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #360 of 1,290 | #107 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #847 of 4,908 | #373 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Catholic | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 614 | 900 |
| Girls / boys | 307 / 307 | 466 / 434 |
| Foundation intake | 88 | 50 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | 109 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 55 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | 29 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | 6% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +0% | +53% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1093 | 1077 |
| ICSEA percentile | 82th | 77th |
| Top SEA quarter | 35% | 30% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 8% | 10% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 13.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 42.5 | 67.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 14.4 | 40.8 |
| Language background other than English | 3% | 26% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 2% |
| Suburb | Strathfieldsaye 3551 | Strathdale 3550 |
| Council area | Greater Bendigo | Greater Bendigo |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.sfstrathfieldsaye.catholic.edu.au | www.vcc.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •St Francis of the Fields School scores higher on the Success Index (71.8 vs 64.8).
- •St Francis of the Fields School has the higher ICSEA (1093 vs 1077), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Victory Christian College has fewer students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.4).
- •Victory Christian College is the larger school with 900 students compared with 614.
- •Victory Christian College has grown faster over five years (53% vs 0%).
- •St Francis of the Fields School is a catholic school while Victory Christian College is an independent 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 St Francis of the Fields School better than Victory Christian College?
On the Success Index, St Francis of the Fields School ranks higher (71.8 vs 64.8 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 St Francis of the Fields School and Victory Christian College?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Strathfieldsaye and Strathdale in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
St Francis of the Fields School has 14.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Victory Christian College has 13.4.
How do St Francis of the Fields School and Victory Christian College rank in VIC?
St Francis of the Fields School is 360th of 1,290 and Victory Christian College is 107th of 239 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.