Brisbane Christian College vs Salisbury State School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Queensland, 875 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Brisbane Christian College
Salisbury · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,118 students · ICSEA 1109
Salisbury State School
Salisbury · Government primary · Prep-6
307 students · ICSEA 1058
| Measure | Brisbane Christian College Salisbury QLD | Salisbury State School Salisbury QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 67 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #51 of 275 | #106 of 804 |
| National rank (type) | #319 of 1,259 | #1036 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 1,118 | 307 |
| Girls / boys | 554 / 564 | 155 / 152 |
| Foundation intake | 84 | 41 |
| Year 7 cohort | 104 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 72 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +11% | -4% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1109 | 1058 |
| ICSEA percentile | 87th | 71th |
| Top SEA quarter | 44% | 31% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 6% | 16% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 13.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 70.2 | 22.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 58.3 | 11.9 |
| Language background other than English | 50% | 25% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 6% |
| Suburb | Salisbury 4107 | Salisbury 4107 |
| Council area | Brisbane | Brisbane |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | brisbanechristiancollege.com.au/ | salisburyss.eq.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Salisbury State School scores higher on the Success Index (69.7 vs 67.3).
- •Brisbane Christian College has the higher ICSEA (1109 vs 1058), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Salisbury State School has fewer students per teacher (13.7 vs 15.9).
- •Brisbane Christian College is the larger school with 1,118 students compared with 307.
- •Brisbane Christian College has grown faster over five years (11% vs -4%).
- •Brisbane Christian College is a independent school while Salisbury State 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 Brisbane Christian College better than Salisbury State School?
On the Success Index, Salisbury State School ranks higher (69.7 vs 67.3 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 Christian College and Salisbury State School?
About 875 m in a straight line, between Salisbury and Salisbury in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Brisbane Christian College has 15.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Salisbury State School has 13.7.
How do Brisbane Christian College and Salisbury State School rank in QLD?
Brisbane Christian College is 51st of 275 and Salisbury State School is 106th of 804 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.