Chinchilla Christian College vs Mastery Schools Australia
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 247 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Chinchilla Christian College
Chinchilla · Independent combined · Prep-12
462 students · ICSEA 1004
Mastery Schools Australia
Springfield Central · Independent combined · 4-10
960 students · ICSEA 1005
| Measure | Chinchilla Christian College Chinchilla QLD | Mastery Schools Australia Springfield Central QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 38 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #191 of 275 | #115 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #898 of 1,259 | #593 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | 4-10 |
| Students | 462 | 960 |
| Girls / boys | 233 / 229 | 439 / 521 |
| Foundation intake | 46 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 47 | 153 |
| Year 12 cohort | 27 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +13% | – |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1004 | 1005 |
| ICSEA percentile | 49th | 49th |
| Top SEA quarter | 12% | 14% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 24% | 28% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 4.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 30.2 | 215.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 21.7 | 75.1 |
| Language background other than English | 5% | 1% |
| Indigenous students | 10% | 8% |
| Suburb | Chinchilla 4413 | Springfield Central 4300 |
| Council area | Western Downs | Ipswich |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | www.chinchillacc.qld.edu.au | msa.qld.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Mastery Schools Australia scores higher on the Success Index (52.9 vs 38.1).
- •Mastery Schools Australia has the higher ICSEA (1005 vs 1004), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Mastery Schools Australia has fewer students per teacher (4.5 vs 15.3).
- •Mastery Schools Australia is the larger school with 960 students compared with 462.
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 Chinchilla Christian College better than Mastery Schools Australia?
On the Success Index, Mastery Schools Australia ranks higher (52.9 vs 38.1 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 Chinchilla Christian College and Mastery Schools Australia?
About 247 km in a straight line, between Chinchilla and Springfield Central in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Chinchilla Christian College has 15.3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Mastery Schools Australia has 4.5.
How do Chinchilla Christian College and Mastery Schools Australia rank in QLD?
Chinchilla Christian College is 191st of 275 and Mastery Schools Australia is 115th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.