Dalby Christian College vs Redeemer Lutheran College, Biloela
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 317 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Dalby Christian College
Dalby · Independent combined · Prep-12
419 students · ICSEA 1009
Redeemer Lutheran College, Biloela
Biloela · Independent combined · Prep-12
317 students · ICSEA 1008
| Measure | Dalby Christian College Dalby QLD | Redeemer Lutheran College, Biloela Biloela QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 40 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #184 of 275 | #145 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #865 of 1,259 | #715 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 419 | 317 |
| Girls / boys | 212 / 207 | 181 / 136 |
| Foundation intake | 29 | 11 |
| Year 7 cohort | 30 | 39 |
| Year 12 cohort | 14 | 15 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +21% | +45% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1009 | 1008 |
| ICSEA percentile | 51th | 50th |
| Top SEA quarter | 14% | 9% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 27% | 29% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 11.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 31.0 | 27.5 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 17.7 | 15.4 |
| Language background other than English | 3% | 10% |
| Indigenous students | 9% | 3% |
| Suburb | Dalby 4405 | Biloela 4715 |
| Council area | Western Downs | Banana |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.dalbycc.qld.edu.au/ | www.redeemer.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Redeemer Lutheran College, Biloela scores higher on the Success Index (47.3 vs 39.8).
- •Dalby Christian College has the higher ICSEA (1009 vs 1008), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Redeemer Lutheran College, Biloela has fewer students per teacher (11.5 vs 13.5).
- •Dalby Christian College is the larger school with 419 students compared with 317.
- •Redeemer Lutheran College, Biloela has grown faster over five years (45% vs 21%).
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 Dalby Christian College better than Redeemer Lutheran College, Biloela?
On the Success Index, Redeemer Lutheran College, Biloela ranks higher (47.3 vs 39.8 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 Dalby Christian College and Redeemer Lutheran College, Biloela?
About 317 km in a straight line, between Dalby and Biloela in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Dalby Christian College has 13.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Redeemer Lutheran College, Biloela has 11.5.
How do Dalby Christian College and Redeemer Lutheran College, Biloela rank in QLD?
Dalby Christian College is 184th of 275 and Redeemer Lutheran College, Biloela is 145th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.