Chinchilla Christian College vs Riverside Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 243 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
Riverside Christian College
Maryborough · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,329 students · ICSEA 1004
| Measure | Chinchilla Christian College Chinchilla QLD | Riverside Christian College Maryborough QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 38 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #191 of 275 | #196 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #898 of 1,259 | #932 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 462 | 1,329 |
| Girls / boys | 233 / 229 | 678 / 651 |
| Foundation intake | 46 | 73 |
| Year 7 cohort | 47 | 125 |
| Year 12 cohort | 27 | 120 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +13% | -8% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1004 | 1004 |
| ICSEA percentile | 49th | 49th |
| Top SEA quarter | 12% | 13% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 24% | 28% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 16.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 30.2 | 83.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 21.7 | 63.5 |
| Language background other than English | 5% | 1% |
| Indigenous students | 10% | 9% |
| Suburb | Chinchilla 4413 | Maryborough 4650 |
| Council area | Western Downs | Fraser Coast |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.chinchillacc.qld.edu.au | www.riverside.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Chinchilla Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (38.1 vs 36.2).
- •Chinchilla Christian College has fewer students per teacher (15.3 vs 16.0).
- •Riverside Christian College is the larger school with 1,329 students compared with 462.
- •Chinchilla Christian College has grown faster over five years (13% vs -8%).
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 Riverside Christian College?
On the Success Index, Chinchilla Christian College ranks higher (38.1 vs 36.2 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 Riverside Christian College?
About 243 km in a straight line, between Chinchilla and Maryborough in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Chinchilla Christian College has 15.3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Riverside Christian College has 16.0.
How do Chinchilla Christian College and Riverside Christian College rank in QLD?
Chinchilla Christian College is 191st of 275 and Riverside Christian College is 196th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.