Caloundra Christian College vs Caloundra City Private School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 3.2 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Caloundra Christian College
Caloundra · Independent combined · Prep-12
438 students · ICSEA 1058
Caloundra City Private School
Pelican Waters · Independent combined · Prep-12
228 students · ICSEA 1095
| Measure | Caloundra Christian College Caloundra QLD | Caloundra City Private School Pelican Waters QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 64 Top 50% | 67 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #71 of 275 | #54 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #385 of 1,259 | #322 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 438 | 228 |
| Girls / boys | 226 / 212 | 107 / 121 |
| Foundation intake | 35 | 16 |
| Year 7 cohort | 52 | 9 |
| Year 12 cohort | 14 | 18 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +41% | +13% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1058 | 1095 |
| ICSEA percentile | 71th | 83th |
| Top SEA quarter | 23% | 39% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 13% | 6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 11.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 36.9 | 20.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 28.8 | 13.6 |
| Language background other than English | 13% | 22% |
| Indigenous students | 4% | 4% |
| Suburb | Caloundra 4551 | Pelican Waters 4551 |
| Council area | Sunshine Coast | Sunshine Coast |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.calcc.qld.edu.au | www.ccps.qld.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Caloundra City Private School scores higher on the Success Index (67.2 vs 64.3).
- •Caloundra City Private School has the higher ICSEA (1095 vs 1058), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Caloundra City Private School has fewer students per teacher (11.3 vs 11.8).
- •Caloundra Christian College is the larger school with 438 students compared with 228.
- •Caloundra Christian College has grown faster over five years (41% vs 13%).
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 Caloundra Christian College better than Caloundra City Private School?
On the Success Index, Caloundra City Private School ranks higher (67.2 vs 64.3 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 Caloundra Christian College and Caloundra City Private School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Caloundra and Pelican Waters in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Caloundra Christian College has 11.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Caloundra City Private School has 11.3.
How do Caloundra Christian College and Caloundra City Private School rank in QLD?
Caloundra Christian College is 71st of 275 and Caloundra City Private School is 54th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.