Cannon Hill Anglican College vs Sts Peter and Paul's School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Queensland, 2.2 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Cannon Hill Anglican College
Cannon Hill · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,355 students · ICSEA 1174
Sts Peter and Paul's School
Bulimba · Catholic primary · Prep-6
548 students · ICSEA 1156
| Measure | Cannon Hill Anglican College Cannon Hill QLD | Sts Peter and Paul's School Bulimba QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 73 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #21 of 275 | #88 of 804 |
| National rank (type) | #211 of 1,259 | #930 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Catholic |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 1,355 | 548 |
| Girls / boys | 674 / 681 | 281 / 267 |
| Foundation intake | 50 | 94 |
| Year 7 cohort | 171 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 148 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +3% | -18% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1174 | 1156 |
| ICSEA percentile | 98th | 96th |
| Top SEA quarter | 69% | 61% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 1% | 0% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 18.1 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 103.9 | 30.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 54.7 | 10.1 |
| Language background other than English | 19% | 4% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 1% |
| Suburb | Cannon Hill 4170 | Bulimba 4171 |
| Council area | Brisbane | Brisbane |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.chac.qld.edu.au/ | www.stspp.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Cannon Hill Anglican College scores higher on the Success Index (72.9 vs 71.0).
- •Cannon Hill Anglican College has the higher ICSEA (1174 vs 1156), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Cannon Hill Anglican College has fewer students per teacher (13.0 vs 18.1).
- •Cannon Hill Anglican College is the larger school with 1,355 students compared with 548.
- •Cannon Hill Anglican College has grown faster over five years (3% vs -18%).
- •Cannon Hill Anglican College is a independent school while Sts Peter and Paul's School is a catholic 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 Cannon Hill Anglican College better than Sts Peter and Paul's School?
On the Success Index, Cannon Hill Anglican College ranks higher (72.9 vs 71.0 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 Cannon Hill Anglican College and Sts Peter and Paul's School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Cannon Hill and Bulimba in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Cannon Hill Anglican College has 13.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Sts Peter and Paul's School has 18.1.
How do Cannon Hill Anglican College and Sts Peter and Paul's School rank in QLD?
Cannon Hill Anglican College is 21st of 275 and Sts Peter and Paul's School is 88th of 804 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.