East Brisbane State School vs Northgate State School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Queensland, 10 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
East Brisbane State School
East Brisbane · Government primary · Prep-6
231 students · ICSEA 1077
Northgate State School
Nundah · Government primary · Prep-6
326 students · ICSEA 1078
| Measure | East Brisbane State School East Brisbane QLD | Northgate State School Nundah QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 66 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #140 of 804 | #91 of 804 |
| National rank (type) | #1401 of 4,908 | #949 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 231 | 326 |
| Girls / boys | 107 / 124 | 161 / 165 |
| Foundation intake | 27 | 46 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -16% | +1% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1077 | 1078 |
| ICSEA percentile | 77th | 78th |
| Top SEA quarter | 38% | 33% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 12% | 11% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 14.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 18.0 | 22.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 10.9 | 10.9 |
| Language background other than English | 55% | 34% |
| Indigenous students | 4% | 6% |
| Suburb | East Brisbane 4169 | Nundah 4012 |
| Council area | Brisbane | Brisbane |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | eastbrisbaness.eq.edu.au | northgatess.eq.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Northgate State School scores higher on the Success Index (70.8 vs 65.7).
- •Northgate State School has the higher ICSEA (1078 vs 1077), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •East Brisbane State School has fewer students per teacher (12.8 vs 14.4).
- •Northgate State School is the larger school with 326 students compared with 231.
- •Northgate State School has grown faster over five years (1% vs -16%).
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 East Brisbane State School better than Northgate State School?
On the Success Index, Northgate State School ranks higher (70.8 vs 65.7 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 East Brisbane State School and Northgate State School?
About 10 km in a straight line, between East Brisbane and Nundah in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
East Brisbane State School has 12.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Northgate State School has 14.4.
How do East Brisbane State School and Northgate State School rank in QLD?
East Brisbane State School is 140th of 804 and Northgate State School is 91st of 804 among primary schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.