All Hallows' School vs Brisbane Central State School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Queensland, 652 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
All Hallows' School
Brisbane · Catholic combined · 5-12
1,707 students · ICSEA 1183
Brisbane Central State School
Spring Hill · Government primary · Prep-6
508 students · ICSEA 1111
| Measure | All Hallows' School Brisbane QLD | Brisbane Central State School Spring Hill QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 80 Top 10% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #5 of 275 | #72 of 804 |
| National rank (type) | #108 of 1,259 | #780 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Catholic | Government |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | 5-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 1,707 | 508 |
| Girls / boys | 1,707 / 0 | 224 / 284 |
| Foundation intake | – | 60 |
| Year 7 cohort | 240 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 240 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +7% | +13% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1183 | 1111 |
| ICSEA percentile | 99th | 87th |
| Top SEA quarter | 74% | 49% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 1% | 7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 15.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 142.3 | 33.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 102.4 | 13.7 |
| Language background other than English | 13% | 76% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 3% |
| Suburb | Brisbane 4000 | Spring Hill 4000 |
| Council area | Brisbane | Brisbane |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.ahs.qld.edu.au | brisbanecentralss.eq.edu.au |
The verdict
- •All Hallows' School scores higher on the Success Index (80.2 vs 72.6).
- •All Hallows' School has the higher ICSEA (1183 vs 1111), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •All Hallows' School has fewer students per teacher (12.0 vs 15.0).
- •All Hallows' School is the larger school with 1,707 students compared with 508.
- •Brisbane Central State School has grown faster over five years (13% vs 7%).
- •All Hallows' School is a catholic school while Brisbane Central State School is a government 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 All Hallows' School better than Brisbane Central State School?
On the Success Index, All Hallows' School ranks higher (80.2 vs 72.6 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 All Hallows' School and Brisbane Central State School?
About 652 m in a straight line, between Brisbane and Spring Hill in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
All Hallows' School has 12.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Brisbane Central State School has 15.0.
How do All Hallows' School and Brisbane Central State School rank in QLD?
All Hallows' School is 5th of 275 and Brisbane Central State School is 72nd of 804 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.