MidCoast Christian College vs Parkes Christian School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in New South Wales, 423 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
MidCoast Christian College
Taree · Independent combined · K-12
787 students · ICSEA 1015
Parkes Christian School
Parkes · Independent combined · K-12
402 students · ICSEA 1014
| Measure | MidCoast Christian College Taree NSW | Parkes Christian School Parkes NSW |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 50 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #209 of 314 | #197 of 314 |
| National rank (type) | #664 of 1,259 | #620 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | K-12 | K-12 |
| Students | 787 | 402 |
| Girls / boys | 410 / 377 | 210 / 192 |
| Foundation intake | 40 | 29 |
| Year 7 cohort | 99 | 47 |
| Year 12 cohort | 40 | 15 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +28% | +70% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1015 | 1014 |
| ICSEA percentile | 54th | 53th |
| Top SEA quarter | 20% | 19% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 24% | 22% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 13.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 61.8 | 29.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 45.3 | 16.5 |
| Language background other than English | 9% | 3% |
| Indigenous students | 13% | 15% |
| Suburb | Taree 2430 | Parkes 2870 |
| Council area | Mid-Coast | Parkes |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Outer Regional |
| Website | mccc.nsw.edu.au/ | www.parkescs.nsw.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Parkes Christian School scores higher on the Success Index (51.5 vs 49.8).
- •MidCoast Christian College has the higher ICSEA (1015 vs 1014), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •MidCoast Christian College has fewer students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.4).
- •MidCoast Christian College is the larger school with 787 students compared with 402.
- •Parkes Christian School has grown faster over five years (70% vs 28%).
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 MidCoast Christian College better than Parkes Christian School?
On the Success Index, Parkes Christian School ranks higher (51.5 vs 49.8 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 MidCoast Christian College and Parkes Christian School?
About 423 km in a straight line, between Taree and Parkes in New South Wales.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
MidCoast Christian College has 12.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Parkes Christian School has 13.4.
How do MidCoast Christian College and Parkes Christian School rank in NSW?
MidCoast Christian College is 209th of 314 and Parkes Christian School is 197th of 314 among combined schools in New South Wales on the 2025 Success Index.