Dunwich State School vs Star of the Sea Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Queensland, 13 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Dunwich State School
Dunwich · Government primary · Prep-6
145 students · ICSEA 893
Star of the Sea Primary School
Cleveland · Catholic primary · Prep-6
166 students · ICSEA 1057
| Measure | Dunwich State School Dunwich QLD | Star of the Sea Primary School Cleveland QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 24 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #698 of 804 | #170 of 804 |
| National rank (type) | #4555 of 4,908 | #1671 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Catholic |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 145 | 166 |
| Girls / boys | 80 / 65 | 91 / 75 |
| Foundation intake | 17 | 27 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -16% | -19% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 893 | 1057 |
| ICSEA percentile | 9th | 71th |
| Top SEA quarter | 8% | 27% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 43% | 11% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 13.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 10.4 | 12.4 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 9.6 | 5.7 |
| Language background other than English | 8% | 10% |
| Indigenous students | 52% | 9% |
| Suburb | Dunwich 4183 | Cleveland 4163 |
| Council area | Redland | Redland |
| Remoteness | Remote | Major Cities |
| Website | dunwichss.eq.edu.au | www.staroftheseacleveland.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Star of the Sea Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (62.8 vs 24.0).
- •Star of the Sea Primary School has the higher ICSEA (1057 vs 893), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Star of the Sea Primary School has fewer students per teacher (13.4 vs 13.9).
- •Star of the Sea Primary School is the larger school with 166 students compared with 145.
- •Dunwich State School is a government school while Star of the Sea Primary School is a catholic school, so fees and enrolment rules differ.
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 Dunwich State School better than Star of the Sea Primary School?
On the Success Index, Star of the Sea Primary School ranks higher (62.8 vs 24.0 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 Dunwich State School and Star of the Sea Primary School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Dunwich and Cleveland in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Dunwich State School has 13.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Star of the Sea Primary School has 13.4.
How do Dunwich State School and Star of the Sea Primary School rank in QLD?
Dunwich State School is 698th of 804 and Star of the Sea Primary School is 170th of 804 among primary schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.