Brisbane Boys' College vs Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Queensland, 866 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Brisbane Boys' College
Toowong · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,393 students · ICSEA 1164
Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology
Toowong · Government high school · 7-12
1,358 students · ICSEA 1220
| Measure | Brisbane Boys' College Toowong QLD | Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology Toowong QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 79 Top 10% | 83 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #8 of 275 | #6 of 269 |
| National rank (type) | #124 of 1,259 | #38 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Secondary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 1,393 | 1,358 |
| Girls / boys | 0 / 1,393 | 609 / 749 |
| Foundation intake | 27 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 147 | 222 |
| Year 12 cohort | 185 | 219 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -3% | +29% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1164 | 1220 |
| ICSEA percentile | 97th | 99th |
| Top SEA quarter | 67% | 79% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 2% | 0% |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 12.8 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 137.1 | 106.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 95.5 | 42.3 |
| Language background other than English | 30% | 85% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 0% |
| Suburb | Toowong 4066 | Toowong 4066 |
| Council area | Brisbane | Brisbane |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.bbc.qld.edu.au/ | qasmt.eq.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology scores higher on the Success Index (82.7 vs 78.9).
- •Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology has the higher ICSEA (1220 vs 1164), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Brisbane Boys' College has fewer students per teacher (10.2 vs 12.8).
- •Brisbane Boys' College is the larger school with 1,393 students compared with 1,358.
- •Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology has grown faster over five years (29% vs -3%).
- •Brisbane Boys' College is a independent school while Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology 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 Brisbane Boys' College better than Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology?
On the Success Index, Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology ranks higher (82.7 vs 78.9 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 Brisbane Boys' College and Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology?
About 866 m in a straight line, between Toowong and Toowong in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Brisbane Boys' College has 10.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology has 12.8.
How do Brisbane Boys' College and Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology rank in QLD?
Brisbane Boys' College is 8th of 275 and Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology is 6th of 269 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.