Chinchilla Christian College vs Staines Memorial College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 242 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
Staines Memorial College
Redbank Plains · Independent combined · Prep-12
716 students · ICSEA 1006
| Measure | Chinchilla Christian College Chinchilla QLD | Staines Memorial College Redbank Plains QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 38 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #191 of 275 | #155 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #898 of 1,259 | #751 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 462 | 716 |
| Girls / boys | 233 / 229 | 368 / 348 |
| Foundation intake | 46 | 54 |
| Year 7 cohort | 47 | 82 |
| Year 12 cohort | 27 | 33 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +13% | +24% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1004 | 1006 |
| ICSEA percentile | 49th | 50th |
| Top SEA quarter | 12% | 11% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 24% | 30% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 13.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 30.2 | 55.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 21.7 | 32.8 |
| Language background other than English | 5% | 43% |
| Indigenous students | 10% | 4% |
| Suburb | Chinchilla 4413 | Redbank Plains 4301 |
| Council area | Western Downs | Ipswich |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | www.chinchillacc.qld.edu.au | www.staines.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Staines Memorial College scores higher on the Success Index (45.6 vs 38.1).
- •Staines Memorial College has the higher ICSEA (1006 vs 1004), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Staines Memorial College has fewer students per teacher (13.0 vs 15.3).
- •Staines Memorial College is the larger school with 716 students compared with 462.
- •Staines Memorial College has grown faster over five years (24% vs 13%).
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 Staines Memorial College?
On the Success Index, Staines Memorial College ranks higher (45.6 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 Staines Memorial College?
About 242 km in a straight line, between Chinchilla and Redbank Plains in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Chinchilla Christian College has 15.3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Staines Memorial College has 13.0.
How do Chinchilla Christian College and Staines Memorial College rank in QLD?
Chinchilla Christian College is 191st of 275 and Staines Memorial College is 155th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.