Border Rivers Christian College vs Jubilee Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 1347 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Border Rivers Christian College
Goondiwindi · Independent combined · Prep-12
91 students · ICSEA 1017
Jubilee Christian College
Atherton · Independent combined · Prep-12
850 students · ICSEA 1017
| Measure | Border Rivers Christian College Goondiwindi QLD | Jubilee Christian College Atherton QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 50 Top 50% | 49 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #132 of 275 | #137 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #654 of 1,259 | #679 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 91 | 850 |
| Girls / boys | 38 / 53 | 447 / 403 |
| Foundation intake | 5 | 34 |
| Year 7 cohort | 8 | 86 |
| Year 12 cohort | 7 | 70 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -9% | +18% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1017 | 1017 |
| ICSEA percentile | 54th | 54th |
| Top SEA quarter | 13% | 16% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 24% | 22% |
| Students per teacher | 7.8 | 14.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 11.6 | 57.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 6.4 | 36.2 |
| Language background other than English | 18% | 11% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 7% |
| Suburb | Goondiwindi 4390 | Atherton 4883 |
| Council area | Goondiwindi | Tablelands |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Outer Regional |
| Website | brcc.qld.edu.au/ | www.jubileecc.qld.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Border Rivers Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (50.1 vs 48.6).
- •Border Rivers Christian College has fewer students per teacher (7.8 vs 14.7).
- •Jubilee Christian College is the larger school with 850 students compared with 91.
- •Jubilee Christian College has grown faster over five years (18% vs -9%).
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 Border Rivers Christian College better than Jubilee Christian College?
On the Success Index, Border Rivers Christian College ranks higher (50.1 vs 48.6 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 Border Rivers Christian College and Jubilee Christian College?
About 1347 km in a straight line, between Goondiwindi and Atherton in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Border Rivers Christian College has 7.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Jubilee Christian College has 14.7.
How do Border Rivers Christian College and Jubilee Christian College rank in QLD?
Border Rivers Christian College is 132nd of 275 and Jubilee Christian College is 137th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.