Annandale Christian College vs Tec-NQ
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Queensland, 1.9 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Annandale Christian College
Annandale · Independent combined · Prep-12
687 students · ICSEA 1069
Tec-NQ
Douglas · Independent high school · 10-12
375 students · ICSEA 972
| Measure | Annandale Christian College Annandale QLD | Tec-NQ Douglas QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 53 Top 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #114 of 275 | #139 of 269 |
| National rank (type) | #591 of 1,259 | #872 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Secondary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | 10-12 |
| Students | 687 | 375 |
| Girls / boys | 344 / 343 | 78 / 297 |
| Foundation intake | 44 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 67 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 45 | 109 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +12% | +16% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1069 | 972 |
| ICSEA percentile | 75th | 34th |
| Top SEA quarter | 31% | 5% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 12% | 35% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 12.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 43.0 | 29.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 40.0 | 53.4 |
| Language background other than English | 28% | 2% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 15% |
| Suburb | Annandale 4814 | Douglas 4814 |
| Council area | Townsville | Townsville |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.acc.qld.edu.au/ | www.tecnq.com.au |
The verdict
- •Annandale Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (52.9 vs 43.5).
- •Annandale Christian College has the higher ICSEA (1069 vs 972), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Tec-NQ has fewer students per teacher (12.6 vs 16.0).
- •Annandale Christian College is the larger school with 687 students compared with 375.
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 Annandale Christian College better than Tec-NQ?
On the Success Index, Annandale Christian College ranks higher (52.9 vs 43.5 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 Annandale Christian College and Tec-NQ?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Annandale and Douglas in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Annandale Christian College has 16.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Tec-NQ has 12.6.
How do Annandale Christian College and Tec-NQ rank in QLD?
Annandale Christian College is 114th of 275 and Tec-NQ is 139th of 269 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.