All Saints Anglican School vs Star of the Sea School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Queensland, 1.4 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
All Saints Anglican School
Merrimac · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,828 students · ICSEA 1137
Star of the Sea School
Merrimac · Catholic primary · Prep-6
236 students · ICSEA 1045
| Measure | All Saints Anglican School Merrimac QLD | Star of the Sea School Merrimac QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 70 Top 25% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #37 of 275 | #232 of 804 |
| National rank (type) | #264 of 1,259 | #2055 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Catholic |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 1,828 | 236 |
| Girls / boys | 963 / 865 | 115 / 121 |
| Foundation intake | 77 | 46 |
| Year 7 cohort | 181 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 221 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +3% | – |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1137 | 1045 |
| ICSEA percentile | 93th | 66th |
| Top SEA quarter | 52% | 13% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 2% | 11% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 14.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 154.4 | 15.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 94.6 | 7.7 |
| Language background other than English | 27% | 5% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 3% |
| Suburb | Merrimac 4226 | Merrimac 4226 |
| Council area | Gold Coast | Gold Coast |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.asas.qld.edu.au | www.staroftheseamerrimac.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •All Saints Anglican School scores higher on the Success Index (69.9 vs 58.5).
- •All Saints Anglican School has the higher ICSEA (1137 vs 1045), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •All Saints Anglican School has fewer students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.9).
- •All Saints Anglican School is the larger school with 1,828 students compared with 236.
- •All Saints Anglican School is a independent school while Star of the Sea School is a catholic 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 Saints Anglican School better than Star of the Sea School?
On the Success Index, All Saints Anglican School ranks higher (69.9 vs 58.5 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 Saints Anglican School and Star of the Sea School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Merrimac and Merrimac in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
All Saints Anglican School has 11.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Star of the Sea School has 14.9.
How do All Saints Anglican School and Star of the Sea School rank in QLD?
All Saints Anglican School is 37th of 275 and Star of the Sea School is 232nd of 804 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.