Kennedy Baptist College vs Mercedes College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Western Australia, 14 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Kennedy Baptist College
Murdoch · Independent high school · 7-12
1,244 students · ICSEA 1113
Mercedes College
Perth · Independent high school · 7-12
910 students · ICSEA 1122
| Measure | Kennedy Baptist College Murdoch WA | Mercedes College Perth WA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 75 Top 25% | 81 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #13 of 140 | #1 of 140 |
| National rank (type) | #172 of 1,472 | #51 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | 7-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 1,244 | 910 |
| Girls / boys | 593 / 651 | 910 / 0 |
| Foundation intake | – | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 215 | 178 |
| Year 12 cohort | 192 | 125 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +7% | +9% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1113 | 1122 |
| ICSEA percentile | 87th | 90th |
| Top SEA quarter | 43% | 49% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 6% | 5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 11.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 88.6 | 76.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 61.4 | 36.0 |
| Language background other than English | 21% | 25% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 2% |
| Suburb | Murdoch 6150 | Perth 6000 |
| Council area | Melville | Perth |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.kennedy.wa.edu.au | www.mercedes.wa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Mercedes College scores higher on the Success Index (81.2 vs 74.9).
- •Mercedes College has the higher ICSEA (1122 vs 1113), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Mercedes College has fewer students per teacher (11.9 vs 14.0).
- •Kennedy Baptist College is the larger school with 1,244 students compared with 910.
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 Kennedy Baptist College better than Mercedes College?
On the Success Index, Mercedes College ranks higher (81.2 vs 74.9 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 Kennedy Baptist College and Mercedes College?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Murdoch and Perth in Western Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Kennedy Baptist College has 14.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Mercedes College has 11.9.
How do Kennedy Baptist College and Mercedes College rank in WA?
Kennedy Baptist College is 13th of 140 and Mercedes College is 1st of 140 among secondary schools in Western Australia on the 2025 Success Index.