Coomera Anglican College vs Suncoast Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 136 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Coomera Anglican College
Upper Coomera · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,595 students · ICSEA 1084
Suncoast Christian College
Woombye · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,136 students · ICSEA 1084
| Measure | Coomera Anglican College Upper Coomera QLD | Suncoast Christian College Woombye QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 60 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #86 of 275 | #65 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #465 of 1,259 | #367 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 1,595 | 1,136 |
| Girls / boys | 794 / 801 | 599 / 537 |
| Foundation intake | 110 | 74 |
| Year 7 cohort | 156 | 108 |
| Year 12 cohort | 96 | 84 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +11% | +40% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1084 | 1084 |
| ICSEA percentile | 80th | 80th |
| Top SEA quarter | 30% | 32% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 8% | 7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 13.8 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 107.9 | 82.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 74.8 | 53.9 |
| Language background other than English | 26% | 4% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 3% |
| Suburb | Upper Coomera 4209 | Woombye 4559 |
| Council area | Gold Coast | Sunshine Coast |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.cac.qld.edu.au | www.suncoastcc.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Suncoast Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (65.0 vs 59.8).
- •Suncoast Christian College has fewer students per teacher (13.8 vs 14.8).
- •Coomera Anglican College is the larger school with 1,595 students compared with 1,136.
- •Suncoast Christian College has grown faster over five years (40% vs 11%).
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 Coomera Anglican College better than Suncoast Christian College?
On the Success Index, Suncoast Christian College ranks higher (65.0 vs 59.8 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 Coomera Anglican College and Suncoast Christian College?
About 136 km in a straight line, between Upper Coomera and Woombye in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Coomera Anglican College has 14.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Suncoast Christian College has 13.8.
How do Coomera Anglican College and Suncoast Christian College rank in QLD?
Coomera Anglican College is 86th of 275 and Suncoast Christian College is 65th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.