Djarragun College vs Gulf Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 503 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Djarragun College
Gordonvale · Independent combined · Prep-12
259 students · ICSEA 683
Gulf Christian College
Normanton · Independent combined · Prep-11
111 students · ICSEA 707
| Measure | Djarragun College Gordonvale QLD | Gulf Christian College Normanton QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 25 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #257 of 275 | #272 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #1186 of 1,259 | #1228 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-11 |
| Students | 259 | 111 |
| Girls / boys | 137 / 122 | 57 / 54 |
| Foundation intake | 5 | 11 |
| Year 7 cohort | 18 | 7 |
| Year 12 cohort | 36 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -24% | +1% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 683 | 707 |
| ICSEA percentile | 1th | 1th |
| Top SEA quarter | 0% | 0% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 89% | 82% |
| Students per teacher | 8.4 | 10.1 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 31.0 | 11.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 24.7 | 12.8 |
| Language background other than English | 98% | 64% |
| Indigenous students | 100% | 77% |
| Suburb | Gordonvale 4865 | Normanton 4890 |
| Council area | Cairns | Carpentaria |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Very Remote |
| Website | djarragun.qld.edu.au/ | www.gulfcc.qld.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Djarragun College scores higher on the Success Index (24.8 vs 21.7).
- •Gulf Christian College has the higher ICSEA (707 vs 683), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Djarragun College has fewer students per teacher (8.4 vs 10.1).
- •Djarragun College is the larger school with 259 students compared with 111.
- •Gulf Christian College has grown faster over five years (1% vs -24%).
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 Djarragun College better than Gulf Christian College?
On the Success Index, Djarragun College ranks higher (24.8 vs 21.7 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 Djarragun College and Gulf Christian College?
About 503 km in a straight line, between Gordonvale and Normanton in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Djarragun College has 8.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Gulf Christian College has 10.1.
How do Djarragun College and Gulf Christian College rank in QLD?
Djarragun College is 257th of 275 and Gulf Christian College is 272nd of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.