Faith Baptist Christian School vs Groves Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 455 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Faith Baptist Christian School
Burua · Independent combined · Prep-12
125 students · ICSEA 981
Groves Christian College
Kingston · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,678 students · ICSEA 977
| Measure | Faith Baptist Christian School Burua QLD | Groves Christian College Kingston QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 39 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #186 of 275 | #240 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #880 of 1,259 | #1129 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 125 | 1,678 |
| Girls / boys | 63 / 62 | 848 / 830 |
| Foundation intake | 10 | 132 |
| Year 7 cohort | 5 | 169 |
| Year 12 cohort | 5 | 100 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +51% | +7% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 981 | 977 |
| ICSEA percentile | 38th | 36th |
| Top SEA quarter | 8% | 7% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 39% | 41% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 15.1 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 10.0 | 111.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 14.6 | 81.2 |
| Language background other than English | 12% | 48% |
| Indigenous students | 7% | 4% |
| Suburb | Burua 4680 | Kingston 4114 |
| Council area | Gladstone | Logan |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | fbcs.qld.edu.au/ | www.groves.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Faith Baptist Christian School scores higher on the Success Index (38.7 vs 27.5).
- •Faith Baptist Christian School has the higher ICSEA (981 vs 977), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Faith Baptist Christian School has fewer students per teacher (12.5 vs 15.1).
- •Groves Christian College is the larger school with 1,678 students compared with 125.
- •Faith Baptist Christian School has grown faster over five years (51% vs 7%).
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 Faith Baptist Christian School better than Groves Christian College?
On the Success Index, Faith Baptist Christian School ranks higher (38.7 vs 27.5 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 Faith Baptist Christian School and Groves Christian College?
About 455 km in a straight line, between Burua and Kingston in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Faith Baptist Christian School has 12.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Groves Christian College has 15.1.
How do Faith Baptist Christian School and Groves Christian College rank in QLD?
Faith Baptist Christian School is 186th of 275 and Groves Christian College is 240th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.