Emerald Christian College vs Endeavour Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 948 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Emerald Christian College
Emerald · Independent combined · Prep-12
107 students · ICSEA 996
Endeavour Christian College
Cooktown · Independent combined · Prep-12
166 students · ICSEA 991
| Measure | Emerald Christian College Emerald QLD | Endeavour Christian College Cooktown QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 44 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #163 of 275 | #156 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #796 of 1,259 | #753 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 107 | 166 |
| Girls / boys | 48 / 59 | 97 / 69 |
| Foundation intake | 11 | 21 |
| Year 7 cohort | 11 | 10 |
| Year 12 cohort | 3 | 8 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -51% | +30% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 996 | 991 |
| ICSEA percentile | 45th | 43th |
| Top SEA quarter | 13% | 18% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 27% | 22% |
| Students per teacher | 7.8 | 12.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 13.7 | 13.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 5.2 | 5.8 |
| Language background other than English | 16% | 14% |
| Indigenous students | 11% | 19% |
| Suburb | Emerald 4720 | Cooktown 4895 |
| Council area | Central Highlands (Qld) | Cook |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Remote |
| Website | www.ecc.qld.edu.au | www.endeavour.qld.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Endeavour Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (45.5 vs 43.6).
- •Emerald Christian College has the higher ICSEA (996 vs 991), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Emerald Christian College has fewer students per teacher (7.8 vs 12.6).
- •Endeavour Christian College is the larger school with 166 students compared with 107.
- •Endeavour Christian College has grown faster over five years (30% vs -51%).
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 Emerald Christian College better than Endeavour Christian College?
On the Success Index, Endeavour Christian College ranks higher (45.5 vs 43.6 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 Emerald Christian College and Endeavour Christian College?
About 948 km in a straight line, between Emerald and Cooktown in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Emerald Christian College has 7.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Endeavour Christian College has 12.6.
How do Emerald Christian College and Endeavour Christian College rank in QLD?
Emerald Christian College is 163rd of 275 and Endeavour Christian College is 156th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.