Calvary Christian College vs Discovery Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 766 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Calvary Christian College
Mount Louisa · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,128 students · ICSEA 1020
Discovery Christian College
Agnes Water · Independent combined · Prep-12
345 students · ICSEA 1020
| Measure | Calvary Christian College Mount Louisa QLD | Discovery Christian College Agnes Water QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 49 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #139 of 275 | #119 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #681 of 1,259 | #601 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 1,128 | 345 |
| Girls / boys | 604 / 524 | 174 / 171 |
| Foundation intake | 76 | 16 |
| Year 7 cohort | 112 | 52 |
| Year 12 cohort | 67 | 9 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +31% | +214% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1020 | 1020 |
| ICSEA percentile | 56th | 56th |
| Top SEA quarter | 14% | 15% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 20% | 19% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 13.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 77.0 | 26.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 89.5 | 13.7 |
| Language background other than English | 15% | 5% |
| Indigenous students | 7% | 4% |
| Suburb | Mount Louisa 4814 | Agnes Water 4677 |
| Council area | Townsville | Gladstone |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.calvary.qld.edu.au/ | www.discovery.qld.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Discovery Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (52.4 vs 48.5).
- •Discovery Christian College has fewer students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.6).
- •Calvary Christian College is the larger school with 1,128 students compared with 345.
- •Discovery Christian College has grown faster over five years (214% vs 31%).
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 Calvary Christian College better than Discovery Christian College?
On the Success Index, Discovery Christian College ranks higher (52.4 vs 48.5 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 Calvary Christian College and Discovery Christian College?
About 766 km in a straight line, between Mount Louisa and Agnes Water in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Calvary Christian College has 14.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Discovery Christian College has 13.0.
How do Calvary Christian College and Discovery Christian College rank in QLD?
Calvary Christian College is 139th of 275 and Discovery Christian College is 119th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.