Aranmore Catholic College vs Lumen Christi College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Western Australia, 23 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Aranmore Catholic College
Leederville · Catholic high school · 7-12
739 students · ICSEA 991
Lumen Christi College
Martin · Catholic high school · 7-12
1,018 students · ICSEA 1004
| Measure | Aranmore Catholic College Leederville WA | Lumen Christi College Martin WA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 47 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #64 of 140 | #76 of 140 |
| National rank (type) | #799 of 1,472 | #888 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Catholic | Catholic |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 739 | 1,018 |
| Girls / boys | 367 / 372 | 542 / 476 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 115 | 195 |
| Year 12 cohort | 112 | 139 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +4% | +4% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 991 | 1004 |
| ICSEA percentile | 43th | 49th |
| Top SEA quarter | 13% | 9% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 36% | 30% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 13.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 57.2 | 76.5 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 30.4 | 48.7 |
| Language background other than English | 48% | 30% |
| Indigenous students | 5% | 4% |
| Suburb | Leederville 6007 | Martin 6110 |
| Council area | Vincent | Gosnells |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.aranmore.wa.edu.au/ | www.lumen.wa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Aranmore Catholic College scores higher on the Success Index (46.8 vs 42.9).
- •Lumen Christi College has the higher ICSEA (1004 vs 991), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Lumen Christi College is the larger school with 1,018 students compared with 739.
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 Aranmore Catholic College better than Lumen Christi College?
On the Success Index, Aranmore Catholic College ranks higher (46.8 vs 42.9 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 Aranmore Catholic College and Lumen Christi College?
About 23 km in a straight line, between Leederville and Martin in Western Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Aranmore Catholic College has 12.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Lumen Christi College has 13.3.
How do Aranmore Catholic College and Lumen Christi College rank in WA?
Aranmore Catholic College is 64th of 140 and Lumen Christi College is 76th of 140 among secondary schools in Western Australia on the 2025 Success Index.