Assisi Catholic College vs Coomera Anglican College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 303 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Assisi Catholic College
Upper Coomera · Catholic combined · Prep-12
1,516 students · ICSEA 1055
Coomera Anglican College
Upper Coomera · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,595 students · ICSEA 1084
| Measure | Assisi Catholic College Upper Coomera QLD | Coomera Anglican College Upper Coomera QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 47 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #146 of 275 | #86 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #722 of 1,259 | #465 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Catholic | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 1,516 | 1,595 |
| Girls / boys | 749 / 767 | 794 / 801 |
| Foundation intake | 84 | 110 |
| Year 7 cohort | 176 | 156 |
| Year 12 cohort | 122 | 96 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +4% | +11% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1055 | 1084 |
| ICSEA percentile | 70th | 80th |
| Top SEA quarter | 20% | 30% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 11% | 8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 14.8 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 103.6 | 107.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 45.1 | 74.8 |
| Language background other than English | 9% | 26% |
| Indigenous students | 3% | 1% |
| Suburb | Upper Coomera 4209 | Upper Coomera 4209 |
| Council area | Gold Coast | Gold Coast |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.assisi.qld.edu.au | www.cac.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Coomera Anglican College scores higher on the Success Index (59.8 vs 46.9).
- •Coomera Anglican College has the higher ICSEA (1084 vs 1055), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Coomera Anglican College is the larger school with 1,595 students compared with 1,516.
- •Coomera Anglican College has grown faster over five years (11% vs 4%).
- •Assisi Catholic College is a catholic school while Coomera Anglican College is an independent 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 Assisi Catholic College better than Coomera Anglican College?
On the Success Index, Coomera Anglican College ranks higher (59.8 vs 46.9 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 Assisi Catholic College and Coomera Anglican College?
About 303 m in a straight line, between Upper Coomera and Upper Coomera in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Assisi Catholic College has 14.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Coomera Anglican College has 14.8.
How do Assisi Catholic College and Coomera Anglican College rank in QLD?
Assisi Catholic College is 146th of 275 and Coomera Anglican College is 86th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.