Calvary Christian College vs Peregian Beach College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 127 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Calvary Christian College
Springwood · Independent combined · Prep-12
952 students · ICSEA 1069
Peregian Beach College
Peregian Beach · Independent combined · Prep-12
347 students · ICSEA 1069
| Measure | Calvary Christian College Springwood QLD | Peregian Beach College Peregian Beach QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 54 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #111 of 275 | #68 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #576 of 1,259 | #371 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 952 | 347 |
| Girls / boys | 488 / 464 | 114 / 233 |
| Foundation intake | 80 | 15 |
| Year 7 cohort | 65 | 37 |
| Year 12 cohort | 38 | 27 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +10% | +71% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1069 | 1069 |
| ICSEA percentile | 75th | 75th |
| Top SEA quarter | 25% | 24% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 8% | 9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 10.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 68.4 | 34.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 53.9 | 25.8 |
| Language background other than English | 17% | 8% |
| Indigenous students | 3% | 2% |
| Suburb | Springwood 4127 | Peregian Beach 4573 |
| Council area | Logan | Sunshine Coast |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.calvarycc.qld.edu.au | www.pbc.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Peregian Beach College scores higher on the Success Index (64.9 vs 53.6).
- •Peregian Beach College has fewer students per teacher (10.0 vs 13.9).
- •Calvary Christian College is the larger school with 952 students compared with 347.
- •Peregian Beach College has grown faster over five years (71% vs 10%).
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 Peregian Beach College?
On the Success Index, Peregian Beach College ranks higher (64.9 vs 53.6 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 Calvary Christian College and Peregian Beach College?
About 127 km in a straight line, between Springwood and Peregian Beach in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Calvary Christian College has 13.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Peregian Beach College has 10.0.
How do Calvary Christian College and Peregian Beach College rank in QLD?
Calvary Christian College is 111th of 275 and Peregian Beach College is 68th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.