Austin Cove Baptist College vs Hope Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Western Australia, 78 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Austin Cove Baptist College
South Yunderup · Independent combined · PP-12
726 students · ICSEA 1003
Hope Christian College
Roelands · Independent combined · PP-12
408 students · ICSEA 1004
| Measure | Austin Cove Baptist College South Yunderup WA | Hope Christian College Roelands WA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 38 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #111 of 172 | #105 of 172 |
| National rank (type) | #897 of 1,259 | #842 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | PP-12 | PP-12 |
| Students | 726 | 408 |
| Girls / boys | 388 / 338 | 212 / 196 |
| Foundation intake | 40 | 22 |
| Year 7 cohort | 94 | 52 |
| Year 12 cohort | 47 | 13 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +22% | +17% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1003 | 1004 |
| ICSEA percentile | 48th | 49th |
| Top SEA quarter | 7% | 9% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 32% | 31% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 13.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 52.2 | 30.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 20.9 | 17.2 |
| Language background other than English | 6% | 19% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 3% |
| Suburb | South Yunderup 6208 | Roelands 6226 |
| Council area | Murray | Harvey |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | – | www.hopecc.wa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Hope Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (40.8 vs 38.1).
- •Hope Christian College has the higher ICSEA (1004 vs 1003), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Austin Cove Baptist College is the larger school with 726 students compared with 408.
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 Austin Cove Baptist College better than Hope Christian College?
On the Success Index, Hope Christian College ranks higher (40.8 vs 38.1 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 Austin Cove Baptist College and Hope Christian College?
About 78 km in a straight line, between South Yunderup and Roelands in Western Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Austin Cove Baptist College has 13.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Hope Christian College has 13.5.
How do Austin Cove Baptist College and Hope Christian College rank in WA?
Austin Cove Baptist College is 111th of 172 and Hope Christian College is 105th of 172 among combined schools in Western Australia on the 2025 Success Index.