Australian International Islamic College vs Glenala State High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Queensland, 1.5 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Australian International Islamic College
Durack · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,573 students · ICSEA 971
Glenala State High School
Durack · Government high school · 7-12
1,133 students · ICSEA 908
| Measure | Australian International Islamic College Durack QLD | Glenala State High School Durack QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 44 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #160 of 275 | #212 of 269 |
| National rank (type) | #783 of 1,259 | #1238 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Secondary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 1,573 | 1,133 |
| Girls / boys | 860 / 713 | 557 / 576 |
| Foundation intake | 193 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 113 | 212 |
| Year 12 cohort | 52 | 164 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +65% | +28% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 971 | 908 |
| ICSEA percentile | 34th | 12th |
| Top SEA quarter | 12% | 3% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 46% | 64% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 12.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 124.1 | 94.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 78.0 | 49.0 |
| Language background other than English | 84% | 73% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 11% |
| Suburb | Durack 4077 | Durack 4077 |
| Council area | Brisbane | Brisbane |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.aiic.qld.edu.au | glenalashs.eq.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Australian International Islamic College scores higher on the Success Index (44.1 vs 27.8).
- •Australian International Islamic College has the higher ICSEA (971 vs 908), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Glenala State High School has fewer students per teacher (12.0 vs 12.7).
- •Australian International Islamic College is the larger school with 1,573 students compared with 1,133.
- •Australian International Islamic College has grown faster over five years (65% vs 28%).
- •Australian International Islamic College is a independent school while Glenala State High 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 Australian International Islamic College better than Glenala State High School?
On the Success Index, Australian International Islamic College ranks higher (44.1 vs 27.8 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 Australian International Islamic College and Glenala State High School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Durack and Durack in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Australian International Islamic College has 12.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Glenala State High School has 12.0.
How do Australian International Islamic College and Glenala State High School rank in QLD?
Australian International Islamic College is 160th of 275 and Glenala State High School is 212th of 269 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.